CLEARWATER, Fla. (WFLA) — Four rough-toothed dolphins now have a new home at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. The dolphins were relocated to Clearwater from Gulf World on Wednesday. The Panama City Beach aquarium is currently involved in a criminal investigation, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Late last month, State Sen. Jay Trumbull […]
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Watch amazing footage of dolphins performing spectacular 3 metre-high aerial corkscrews – and learn how and why they do it
Spinner dolphins are famed for the acrobatic spins, but just why and how do they perform these gymnastic moves? True athletes of the sea, spinner dolphins are famed for doing just that – leaping out of the water in spectacular 3m aerial corkscrews. How do spinner dolphins spin? To perform the pirouette, an individual accelerates […]
Whales and Dolphins Abandoned in France Are Still Waiting for Rescue
Two killer whales and 12 dolphins are still trapped inside the closed Marineland Antibes park in France, four months after it shut its doors. According to People, the animals remain in decaying tanks filled with algae as legal and logistical wrangling stalls their relocation. The orcas—Wikie and her son Keijo—were born in captivity and are […]
The cruellest animal attractions in the world – from tiger selfies to civet coffee plantations
Cruelty to wild animals can take many forms and is often not obvious to the casual viewer. Many of the worst examples – elephant riding, civet coffee tours, for example – are commonly offered to tourists in the countries in which they take place and might appear to be traditional aspects of their cultures. What […]
Petition: Urge Disney to Retire Dolphins to a Sanctuary, Not Another Theme Park
While Disney announced plans to retire three beloved dolphins from an EPCOT attraction, the seemingly good news hides the dark reality. Rainier, Calvin, and Malabar are being sent to Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, where they will continue to be forced to work in entertainment and shows. While Disney wanted us to think this was a […]
Crows Only Known Animals Other Than Humans That Can Differentiate Between Geometric Shapes
Crows are widely known to be one of the most intelligent animals on the planet, along with elephants, chimpanzees, orangutans and dolphins. A new study has revealed that at least one crow species can recognize regularity in geometric shapes — the ability to pick out a shape that differs from others — a skill previously […]
US marine park investigated over animal-welfare concerns
US law enforcement and wildlife officials have raided a marine park in Florida following allegations of “animal abuse” at the site. Four dolphins have died at the Gulf World Marine Park in Panama City Beach in the past year, local media say. Animal rights activists have recently posted drone footage appearing to show dolphins swimming […]
Harmful Algae Bloom in California Is Poisoning Sea Lions and Dolphins
A dangerous harmful algal bloom is wreaking havoc along Southern California‘s coastline, poisoning marine animals and alarming environmental experts. According to The Weather Channel’s Jan Wesner Childs, at least 140 sea lions have been rescued since February 20, and sick dolphins and birds are also being found on the beaches. This marks the fourth year […]