Ban on Captivity and Breeding of Orcas and Whales for Public Display.
This law introduces strict new protections for large cetaceans, including orcas and beluga whales, by prohibiting their capture, import, export, and breeding specifically for public display in marine parks. Citizens should be aware that this legislation aims to phase out the use of these specific species in traditional aquarium settings due to concerns over animal welfare. The changes allow for the transfer of these animals only to marine sanctuaries or back to the wild.
Key points
Prohibits the taking, importation, and breeding of orcas, beluga whales, false killer whales, and pilot whales for public display purposes.
Exportation of these animals is restricted only to marine sanctuaries or for release into the wild.
The law amends the Marine Mammal Protection Act and the Animal Welfare Act to enforce these new welfare standards.
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