Tag Archives: dolphin captivity
07Aug
Concrete in a Dolphin’s Mouth After Transfer
When the tourist attraction Marineland Antibes in France closed its gates in January 2025, many hoped the closure marked the beginning of
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02Aug
The Problem with Captive Dolphin Swim Programs
Having a close-up encounter with dolphins remains one of the world’s most popular wildlife attractions. The appeal is simple: the encounter is
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24Jul
A Changing Relationship with Cetaceans
For much of the modern era, our relationship with dolphins and other whales has been shaped by captivity. We have marvelled at
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20Jul
Kolmården Zoo: A Dolphin’s 213 Days of Misery
A chronically ill dolphin at Kolmården Zoo in Sweden may have been subjected to unnecessary suffering. The Swedish news outlet TV4 News
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23Apr
Tui’s “Choice” Argument Leaves Dolphins with None
TUI sells holidays filled with smiling faces, turquoise waters, and the promise of unforgettable experiences. But behind the glossy marketing lies something
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06Apr
Dolphins in Distress at Vallarta Adventures
For decades, Mexico’s beautiful coastlines and turquoise waters have drawn tourists from around the world. Beneath the promise of sun, leisure, and
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02Mar
Why Captive Dolphins are Nothing Like Having a Dog
I hear this comparison often: “I have a dog at home. My dog is happy, loved, and lives in my house. Isn’t
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24Feb
Turning “Savings” Into “Saving”
For over 50 years (nearly 56 years to be exact!), Dolphin Project, and notably, our Founder/Director Ric O’Barry has been fighting the
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10Feb
Captive Dolphins in Malta: No Science, No Ethics
In September 2025, Mediterraneo Marine Park in Malta underwent an official inspection. Months later, members of the Waves Not Walls campaign received
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07Feb
New Day, Same Dolphin Show
February 2 was Groundhog Day, a folksy tradition held in both Canada and the United States, where a groundhog is used to
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