Federal inspectors permanently shut down Riviera Maya Dolphinaris Barceló tourist show for animal endangerment

Riviera Maya Dolphin Park Shut Down for Good After Abuse Allegations - Cancun Sun

Environmental authorities in Mexico have permanently closed a popular dolphin attraction in the Riviera Maya because of deeply concerning mistreatment of the marine animals there according to local reports. The Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (Profepa) declared the definitive closure of the Dolphinaris Barceló facility. Along with shutting its doors, the company has been slapped … The post Riviera Maya Dolphin Park Shut Down for Go…

Federal inspectors permanently shut down Riviera Maya Dolphinaris Barceló tourist show for animal endangerment

The post Federal inspectors permanently shut down Riviera Maya Dolphinaris Barceló tourist show for animal endangerment appeared first on Riviera Maya News. Riviera Maya, Q.R. — Federal inspectors have permanently closed the dolphin show for tourists at Dolphinaris Barceló and fined the company more than 7.5 million… The post Federal inspectors permanently shut down Riviera Maya Dolphinaris Barceló tourist show for animal endangerment appeared f…

Redacción / Grupo Cantón. The Federal Attorney General’s Office for Environmental Protection imposes total closure and a millionaire fine after detecting multiple violations of animal welfare. Cancún , Q.R.- The Federal Attorney General’s Office for Environmental Protection (Profepa) announced on May 12, 2025 the final total closure of the Dolphinaris Barceló dolphinarium, located at the Barceló Hotel [...] The post Profepa definitely closes Dol…

The Federal Office for the Protection of the Environment (Profepa) reported that Dolphinaris Barceló was permanently closed for irregularities in its operation. The closure occurred after the accident of the dolphin Mincho, who was trained at the site, was announced. Among them, lack of decent treatment, concealment of reports of dangerous incidents, performance of stunts that put at risk exemplary, among others, confirmed the prosecutor Mariana…

PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MX.- The Federal Office for the Protection of the Environment (Profepa) imposed the definitive complete closure of the Dolphinaris Barceló compound, operated by Acuario Arrecifal, S.A. de C. A., due to various irregularities, including violations of the dignified and respectful treatment of wildlife. The penalty also includes a fine of $7,526,240 and the [...] The post Impone Profepa the total definitive closure of the Dolphina…