No More Dolphins in NL: Government Moves to Ban Breeding - DutchNews.nl
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Dutch gov't bans Dolfinarium from breeding dolphins, but can keep doing shows
The Dutch government has opted for a breeding ban and a phase-out policy for dolphins in zoos. The 22 dolphins currently in captivity at the Dolfinarium in Hardewijk can live out their lives there, and the aquatic animal zoo can continue putting on dolphin shows for the public, State Secretary Silvio Erkens (Animal Welfare, VVD) announced in a letter to parliament.
The Cabinet considers keeping dolphins in pools like the Dolfinarium in Harderwijk unsustainable. However, for the time being, there will be no decision to close the Dolfinarium. A formal breeding ban will be implemented in two years, though, and the import of dolphins will still be permitted on a limited basis. This is stated in a letter from State Secretary Erkens of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Nature to the House of Representat…
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The government is working on a breeding ban for dolphins. According to State Secretary Silvio Erkens (Animal Welfare), dolphins cannot show their natural behavior in captivity. That's why he wants to phase out dolphin keeping. Erkens believes that the ban could take effect in about two years.
The breeding of dolphins in captivity is being restricted. State Secretary Silvio Erkens (Agriculture) reported this to the House of Representatives. The 22 dolphins currently living at the Dolfinarium in Harderwijk are allowed to remain there for the time being.
The Government of the Netherlands, in response to a request from the public, intends to prohibit the production of dolphins and, in the long run, to completely eliminate the contents of these animals in ... . . . . 14.10.2026, PRIM
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