Summary
Marineland, a marine park in Canada, is considering euthanizing 30 beluga whales after the government denied its request to move the animals to a theme park in China due to concerns about their welfare. The park is facing financial difficulties and was unable to secure federal funding to continue caring for the whales. Critics are urging the government to intervene and ensure the whales' well-being.
Key Facts
- Marineland is a marine park in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada.
- The park has the largest group of beluga whales in captivity in Canada.
- The Canadian government blocked Marineland's plan to send the whales to a park in China.
- The decision to block the transfer was due to concerns about the whales' treatment as entertainment animals.
- The Canadian government also denied federal funding to support the park's operations.
- Marineland claims it may have to euthanize the whales due to financial issues.
- Since 2019, 20 beluga whales have died at Marineland, raising concerns about their care.
- Animal welfare groups are calling for government action to protect the whales.
