A new law could end whale and orca captivity for good.

Together we can ensure this law gets passed without any last minute
U-turns.

Sign now: Ban whale capture and breeding in the US!

[ [link removed] ] Sign the petition 

   
John,

The world is a dark place for captive whales and dolphins -- stolen from
the oceans or born in a tank: depression marks their lives as they swim
endless circles in tiny tanks, often all alone. They are denied to live
long and emotionally complex lives with their pod family and friends and
die prematurely after a time of suffering and pain.

We have a chance to save whales from captivity and breeding for good in
the US! Lawmakers are proposing a new law: The Strengthening Welfare in
Marine Settings (SWIMS) Act -- to keep these gentle giants out of water
parks and aquariums captivity and save them from lifelong misery.

As a global community of millions, we can make sure that the SWIMS Act
passes and inspires governments everywhere to do the same, paving the way
for a world-wide ban on whale captivity. Will you join us in protecting
whales from captivity?

[ [link removed] ]Tell Members of the US Congress: Support the SWIMS Act -- ban whale
capture and breeding!

As of March 2024 there are at least 55 orcas held in captivity in marine
parks around the world. All these animals experience extreme stress their
entire lives, leading to poor health and shorter life spans. 100% of all
captive male orcas suffer from dorsal fin collapse, as they spend their
time swimming in circles.

Swimming pool-sized water tanks are not the right home for these giant,
highly intelligent, social, empathetic animals. They belong in the endless
spaces of the oceans and seas of our planet.

This is our chance to protect marine mammals like orcas and whales from
future torture. We have already succeeded in our biggest petition ever,
with 1.7 million signers, moving SeaWorld to end its Orca Captivity
program. Today, we can help introduce strong laws that protect all whales
and orcas in the US. Are you in?

[ [link removed] ]Members of the US Congress: Support the SWIMS Act -- ban whale capture
and breeding!



[ [link removed] ] Sign the petition 



Thanks for all that you do,
Ildem and the team at Ekō


More information:

[ [link removed] ]S.3694 - SWIMS Act of 2024
Congress.Gov 30 January 2024

[ [link removed] ]SWIMS Act Reintroduced to Phase Out Public Display of Captive Whales
Animal Welfare Institute 30 January 2024

[ [link removed] ]Fates of Orcas in Captivity
Whale and Dolphin Conservation 01 January 2024

 

 

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