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“Polish the monocle, mates! Our neighbors up the coast are opening new doors for sea science and smiles.”
Mote Marine Moves Hundreds of Animals to New $130M Aquarium Near Sarasota
Sun, Oct 26, 2025
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is relocating hundreds of marine animals into a brand-new $130-million science campus near Sarasota. The move brings sharks, rays, turtles, and more into expanded, modern habitats while connecting guests with hands-on marine research. For families, it means clearer viewing, stronger education programs, and even closer encounters with ocean stories that matter.
Video: Inside Mote Marine’s new sea campus (YouTube).
Arthur’s take: “A bigger library for sea lessons! When science gets room to stretch its fins, curiosity follows. Bring the kids, bring your questions—then bring home a good shell and a better story.”
Source: Associated Press coverage of Mote’s new aquarium and animal transfers.
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