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Marineland seeks urgent Canadian permits to move 30 belugas and 4 dolphins to U.S. aquariums to avoid euthanasia amid financial strain.
Marineland is seeking urgent Canadian federal permits to relocate its remaining 30 belugas and four dolphins to four U.S. aquariums—SeaWorld, Georgia Aquarium, Shedd Aquarium, and Mystic Aquarium—after a prior attempt to send them to China was blocked by Canada’s 2019 Free Willy law.
The park warned it may euthanize the animals if permits aren’t approved quickly, citing financial strain and lack of alternatives.
Fisheries Minister Joanne Thompson has reviewed the plan and pledged to act expeditiously, supporting safe transfer.
All animals remain alive, though two male belugas have ongoing health issues.
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums opposes euthanasia, advocating for rescue if transport is feasible.
The outcome depends on swift federal approval.
Marineland busca permisos canadienses urgentes para trasladar 30 belugas y 4 delfines a acuarios estadounidenses para evitar la eutanasia en medio de la presión financiera.