What does science tell us about the long-term effects of captivity on whales and dolphins? Infectious diseases, compromised immune systems, dysregulation of the brain, and stereotypies are some of the realities that whales and dolphins must endure in their tank based existence. Here is neuroscientist and Whale Sanctuary Project founder Dr. Lori Marino discussing some of these issues, and how the solution- the idea for a whale sanctuary- came about. #whalesanctuaryproject #whaleswithoutwalls | Th

13K views · 910 reactions | Cetaceans in captivity face conditions vastly different from the open ocean. As marine mammals with complex needs, there is simply no way to provide a quality life for them in a concrete tank. Learn more and help spread the word: bit.ly/CaptivityIssues | Dolphin Project | Facebook