The Beauval Zoo has officially abandoned plans to build its proposed dolphinarium, meaning the project will no longer go ahead. The facility was intended to provide a new home for
Over the last decade, we’ve seen a shift of attitudes to the keeping of whales, dolphins and porpoises in captivity – it’s time for this cruel practice to cease forever.
Join us in our mission for a DOLPHINARIA-FREE EUROPE.
Dolphinaria-Free Europe (DFE) is a coalition composed of leading marine mammal scientists, animal welfare specialists, conservationists, NGOs, individual members, and advisors from around the world.
Our shared mission is to end the captivity of cetaceans—including whales, dolphins, and porpoises—across Europe.
We can only achieve our mission with the support of people like you from all over the world.
By spreading the word on social media through our Promise for Freedom campaign, you can help raise awareness and inspire others to take action. If you’ve witnessed cetaceans in captivity, you can make a difference by filling out our Share What You’ve Seen report.
Every voice matters. Together, we can work toward a future where whales, dolphins, and porpoises are free to thrive in the wild, where they belong.
The Beauval Zoo has officially abandoned plans to build its proposed dolphinarium, meaning the project will no longer go ahead. The facility was intended to provide a new home for
Cecil, a bottlenose dolphin held at Kolmården Zoo for public display, was euthanised on 21 August 2026 at the age of 42.2 years. Reports state that Cecil had recently suffered
According to reports, the first phase of Marineland Antibes’ planned dolphin relocations is now underway, with eight animals having left the facility. The dolphins involved in this transfer are Joe