⛔ Whales and Dolphins in captivity: Definitely worth to read the full post under https://lnkd.in/ezTBgzNi to understand why whales and dolphins should not be held in captivity and that this must end ASAP.
Key takeaways:
*Natural Environment Disruption:
Captivity limits the home ranges of whales and dolphins, leading to stress, aggression, and behavioral issues. They belong to the sea 🌊
*Social Structure Impact:
Highly social marine mammals suffer from disrupted social structures when separated from their pods (families), causing stress and behavioral abnormalities.
*Health Concerns:
Captive conditions result in health problems such as skin issues, obesity, and much shorter lifespans compared to their natural habitat.
*Mental Stimulation Deprivation:
Limited stimuli in captivity will lead to boredom and frustration, impacting the mental well-being of these intelligent and sensitive animals.
*Communication Challenges:
Artificial environments hinder the communication and language system of whales and dolphins, affecting social interactions and mental health.
*Performance and Training Ethical Concerns:
Training methods for shows involve food deprivation and inhumane practices, impacting the well-being of the animals.
Remember: Captivitiy for cetaceans is like if you would put 4 humans from 4 different cultures into a 10m2 bathroom for the rest of their lives, obligating them to perform tricks for spectators without any opportunity to leave this confined space.
#endcaptivity #freedolphins #freewhales
In our fifth and final blog on whales who’ve captured the attention of the world and the hearts of people, we take a closer look at Tilkum.
The male orca featured in the compelling 2013 documentary Blackfish, which did a huge amount to sway people’s opinions against keeping orcas in captivity in marine theme parks.
Tilikum’s story is a sad one, filled with so many instances where he suffered throughout his life. Ultimately, though, his story helped to create a ripple effect where marine theme parks came under greater scrutiny and public opinion has shifted.
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#Tilikum #whales #CaptivityKills #Blackfish
Whales That Made a Mark on the World: Tilikum - WeWhale
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