THE BAY BLOG

We believe that environmental education should be fun and accessible for everyone— from curious kids to lifelong learners. On The Bay Blog, our marine science educators and interns dive into their favorite topics, conjuring up engaging stories and insights just for you.

Scroll to explore the unique wonders of our beautiful bay!

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The Pollinators of Tampa Bay

Bees and bats and birds, oh my! Pollinators are not only entertaining to observe, but they are vital to food production and ecosystem biodiversity. In Tampa Bay, visitors will find numerous species of bees, bats, and birds that drive the process of pollination.

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Aratus pisonii, Mangrove Manager

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The Common Octopus: A Global Master of Disguise

Want to learn more about octopuses? This is the place!

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Turtles of Tampa Bay

Sea turtles play vital roles in maintaining the health of oceans around the world. They have been an essential part of marine ecosystems for over a 100 million years. Read all about the different sea turtles of the bay in this informative blog from Discovery Center team member Nate Perez.

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What’s your favorite animal fact?

Get to know some of the team at the Discovery Center and their favorite animal facts!

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Invasion of Lionfish

We’ve interviewed Zoe Caraffi, our education coordinator, about the ins and outs of the invasive lionfish. Read our new blog post to uncover the truth about these problematic fish and to come join a hands on lionfish dissection with us.