concept   marine mammal captivity
15 commonsense assertions
Cultures (15) • Brazil (1) • Australia (1) • China (1) • Japan (1) • New Zealand (1) • Russia (1) • South Africa (1) • United Kingdom (1) • Caribbean countries (1) • Iceland (1) • Norway (1) • Sri Lanka (1) • animal welfare advocates (1) • entertainment industry (1) • marine biology (1)
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1 marine mammal captivity Brazil In Brazil, opposition to marine mammal captivity based on conservation and animal rights has led to the closure of parks. 4
2 marine mammal captivity Australia Marine mammal captivity in Australia is controversial due to public scrutiny and a growing movement against using animals for entertainment. 2
3 marine mammal captivity China Marine mammal shows and exhibits are popular attractions in wildlife theme parks and aquariums in China. 2
4 marine mammal captivity Japan Marine mammal shows are popular in Japan's aquariums and theme parks, providing entertainment and education. 2
5 marine mammal captivity New Zealand Controversy surrounds marine mammal captivity in New Zealand, as it is increasingly opposed for entertainment but still used for education and conservation purposes. 2
6 marine mammal captivity Russia Marine mammal captivity for education, recreation, and tourism is prevalent in Russian zoos and marine parks. 2
7 marine mammal captivity South Africa The focus on marine mammal captivity in South Africa is primarily on wildlife rehabilitation and protection, with limited emphasis on conservation and education. 2
8 marine mammal captivity United Kingdom Many people in the United Kingdom oppose keeping marine mammals in captivity for entertainment purposes. 2
9 marine mammal captivity Caribbean countries In Caribbean countries, dolphin encounters and sea lion shows are popular tourist activities at marine parks and resorts. 1
10 marine mammal captivity Iceland Marine mammal captivity is rare and mostly prohibited in Iceland, with an emphasis on observing them in the wild. 1
11 marine mammal captivity Norway Marine mammal captivity is rare and mostly banned in Norway, with an emphasis on observing these creatures in the wild. 1
12 marine mammal captivity Sri Lanka Sri Lankan culture generally opposes marine mammal captivity as it is considered unethical and against the belief that marine mammals should not be kept in captivity for human purposes. 1
13 marine mammal captivity animal welfare advocates Animal welfare advocates are calling for an end to or significant regulation of the captivity of marine mammals due to ethical and welfare concerns. 1
14 marine mammal captivity entertainment industry Marine mammal captivity is often seen as a form of entertainment and educational attraction in the entertainment industry, with animals like dolphins and orcas kept in marine parks and aquariums. 1
15 marine mammal captivity marine biology Marine biologists critically scrutinize marine mammal captivity due to ethical and welfare concerns, leading to calls for its regulation or end. 1