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The Forgotten Whales and Dolphins

 

Swimming or interacting with dolphins in enclosures is increasing in popularity.

There are at least 35 facilities in North America that offer some type of encounter with dolphins or whales. Unfortunately, most participants in these activities are unaware of the problems surrounding them, and the negative impact on the dolphins and whales involved.

The Forgotten in Captivity (1)

Take the Pledge

Take the pledge never to plunge! It's a promise that you will NEVER participate in a captive Swim with the Dolphin or Whale program or dolphin encounter from this date on. In taking the pledge, you join the growing list of individuals who are doing something to end captivity for ALL whales and dolphins.

Make a difference

Join our team  - no matter which way you choose, your commitment helps whales, dolphins, and our shared planet.

Save the whales, save the world.

Humpback whale spyhop

Adopt

Adopt a whale and help us protect these amazing creatures.

Bottlenose dolphin calf breaching with its whole body out of the water

Join

You can join our team and help us save whales and dolphins

Breaching North Atlantic right whale

Donate

Your gifts help us take action for whales and dolphins.

Orca spyhop

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