In the early 1990's, the U.K. shut down marine parks with captive dolphins and whales on display. Why did they do this and why should the U.S. do the same?
-These animals do not enjoy performing.
-Dolphins and whales in captivity live shorter lives in captivity. Anti-depressants are sometimes administered.
-They are highly intelligent, family oriented creatures and placing them in captivity cuts them off from their family group.
-A cage in captivity is never a healthy enough space than the ocean.
-To engage and educate the public, most surveys say people would be more interested in observing them in the wild than in a tank.
Sign this petition and let your voice be heard to shut down SeaWorld and those alike that hold dolphins and whales in captivity.