Life in Captivity: Caring Confinement or Abuse?
Season 2016 Episode 15 | 56m 49sVideo has Closed Captions
INSIGHTS ON PBS HAWAII examines the debate over marine mammals’ life in captivity.
Is it right to hold marine mammals in captivity for entertainment or research purposes? Dolphins, sea lions, and seals are mainstay attractions at venues across the country. Proponents say the dolphins, sea lion, seals and other animals are safely cared for and they highlight the need for conservation; opponents say the animals suffer from overwork and abuse.
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Insights on PBS Hawaiʻi is a local public television program presented by PBS Hawai'i
Life in Captivity: Caring Confinement or Abuse?
Season 2016 Episode 15 | 56m 49sVideo has Closed Captions
Is it right to hold marine mammals in captivity for entertainment or research purposes? Dolphins, sea lions, and seals are mainstay attractions at venues across the country. Proponents say the dolphins, sea lion, seals and other animals are safely cared for and they highlight the need for conservation; opponents say the animals suffer from overwork and abuse.
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