By Mary Fomby
Romeo Finds a Forever Home at Manatee Cove
A new chapter in manatee care has begun at the Gulfarium! We are proud to welcome Romeo, a rescued male manatee, to his forever home at Manatee Cove as part of a statewide initiative led by the Manatee Rescue & Rehabilitation Partnership (MRP) and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
At 68 years old and weighing in at 2,080 pounds, Romeo is the oldest living manatee under managed care. With his advanced age, Romeo required a long-term placement where he could receive expert care while continuing to socialize and exhibit natural behaviors. The MRP identified Gulfarium’s newly renovated habitat as the ideal permanent home for this gentle giant.
Manatee Cove was transformed from a former dolphin habitat into a lush, 300,000-gallon environment specifically designed for rescued manatees. Romeo will join fellow residents Lil Joe and Inigo, giving guests a rare opportunity to observe and learn about one of Florida’s most iconic and endangered species.
Start Your Day with Dolphins: Rise and Shine Dolphin Package
Make your morning unforgettable with our brand-new Rise and Shine: Dolphin Package! This exclusive experience gives guests early entry to the park before it opens to the public, a dockside dolphin encounter, and discounted general admission for the rest of the day.
Led by our expert marine mammal team, this intimate experience offers the chance to interact with one of our Atlantic bottlenose dolphins while learning all about their care, behaviors and personalities. It’s the perfect way to beat the crowds and start your day with a splash!
Sunset Camp Returns for a Summer of Fun
Looking for a magical summer night activity just for kids? The Gulfarium’s Sunset Camp is back and better than ever! This evening camp gives kids ages 6-14 a chance to explore the park after hours, enjoy exclusive animal encounters and learn about marine life through hands-on fun.
While parents enjoy a night out, campers will dive into adventure with a dolphin dockside encounter, a reptile meet-and-greet, up-close time with our penguin colony, and dinner by Seal Harbor. They’ll also join our education team for beachside learning activities to inspire conservation and curiosity.
Sunset Camp fills up quickly with limited dates throughout the summer, so don’t wait! Visit Gulfarium.com to view camp dates and secure your child’s spot today.
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