Adopt an Animal
Adopt One. Protect Thousands.
When you symbolically adopt a marine animal, you are not just giving a gift, you are helping a species thrive and funding real protection where it matters most.
How it works:
It’s simple. One time $50 donation. It’s meaningful impact.
Choose your ambassador species:
Make it yours (or gift it!)
Each symbolic adoption is sent by email and includes:
- Official personalized adoption certificate (digital)
- Species guide fact sheet about the adopted animal, including insights into their behavior, habitat, and role in the marine ecosystem
Where your gift goes:
100% of your adoption goes directly to MarAlliance field conservation.
Adoptions are tax deductible in the U.S. and are symbolic – your funds are considered a donation and support our mission.
Sea Turtles
Loggerhead turtle
Caretta caretta
The loggerhead turtle is a remarkable marine traveler, known for its large head and powerful jaws, playing a vital role in oceanic ecosystems worldwide.
Hawksbill turtle
Eretmochelys imbricata
The hawksbill turtle, with its vibrant, patterned shell, is essential to coral reef health as it feeds on sponges, helping maintain balanced marine ecosystems.
Sharks
Caribbean Reef Shark
Carcharhinus perezi
The Caribbean reef shark is a skilled predator of coral reefs, playing a crucial role in maintaining ecosystem balance and promoting marine biodiversity.
Whale Shark
Rhincodon typus
The whale shark, the largest fish in the ocean, is a gentle giant, filtering plankton and small fish, supporting oceanic health and biodiversity.
Rays
Whitespotted Eagle Ray
Aetobatus narinari
The whitespotted eagle ray, with its striking spotted pattern and graceful wingspan, glides through coral reefs, playing a vital role in seafloor ecosystem balance.
Oceanic Manta Ray
Mobula birostris
The oceanic manta ray, known for its enormous wingspan and intelligence, gracefully swims through oceans, supporting marine ecosystems by filtering plankton and small fish.
Get Your Adoption Certificate
Each certificate is a one-time donation of $50 USD and are tax-deductible in the US.
*Please note that digital certificates are processed during regular business hours, Monday through Friday.
*Adoption certificates will be emailed, so please check your inbox or spam folder for receipt.
*If this Adoption certificate is a holiday gift, you must complete your purchase by December 17th, 5PM (CST).
*Note: Contributions through our Symbolic Adoptions do not establish an official partnership with MarAlliance, nor grants permission to use our logo.
Thank you for your donation through our Symbolic Adoption Program! If you are interested in further Wildlife Sponsorship opportunities, please contact us directly at giving@maralliance.org.