Tag Archives: Duisburg Zoo

Duisburg Zoo has been exploiting dolphins in shows for five decades. The dolphins are confined in a small roof-covered stadium, and there is no way for them to express their natural abilities, such as foraging, navigating, and exploring. It is time for all countries in Europe to finally ban the cruelty. We support the German NGO "Freedom for Dolphins and Whales" in their efforts to stop the exploitation of dolphins in Germany.

20Jan

Blog, Campaigns, Captivity Industry | Posts by : Helene O'Barry

Stopping the Exploitation of Dolphins in Germany

Posts by : Helene O'Barry

A few months ago, the Flemish Minister for Animal Welfare announced that Boudewijn Seapark, which is located in Bruges, Belgium must close

In between theatrical shows, the dolphins spend their time swimming in endless circles

22May

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Dolphin Exploitation at Duisburg Zoo

Posts by : Helene O'Barry

A dolphin trainer attaches a blue rubber ring to a dolphin’s beak. A piece of rope connects the ring to a blue

14May

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Empty the Tanks at Duisburg Zoo!

Posts by : Helene O'Barry

Founded six years ago by Rachel Carbary, this year’s Empty the Tanks event took place at 70 locations in 21 countries. The

05Apr

Blog, Captivity Industry | Posts by : Guest Blogger

One Dolphin’s Story: Carmelita

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Quick Facts Caught: Late November, 1978, Puerto Deseado, Argentina Died: July 21, 1981, at Mystic Marinelife Aquarium, Connecticut, USA In February 2016, SeaWorld announced they