The debate for and against keeping dolphins and whales in captivity is complex; whilst marine parks claim that they serve an educational and conservation purpose and are protecting the animals from the dangers they face in the wild, the Marine Connection believe that to keep these sentient, wide ranging marine mammals in a captive situation is both unnecessary and cruel. 

Contrary to popular belief not all animals you see in marine parks or in swim with dolphin programmes are born in captivity, many are still captured from the wild. Therefore by simply buying a ticket for a show or swim with programme you could, unintentionally be adding to the misery of these highly sentient marine mammals.

The Marine Connection believes that dolphins and whales do not belong in captivity, please help put an end to this by signing our petition – don’t let them suffer in silence.

For further information about dolphins and whales in captivity click here

NOTE:   In line with the Data Protection Act the Marine Connection assure signatories that personal details will remain confidential and will not be shared outwith the bounds of the charity’s work