- Space and socialization
- In the wild, cetaceans usually have plenty of space to frolic in the seas. They can swim up to 100 miles in just one day. They socialize with other cetaceans and create bonds.
- There's definitely not enough space as the ocean in captivity. There's not even as much land as there is water on the earth. Sometimes cetaceans are also isolated or forced to live with animals they can't socialize with, lacking a good environment for socialization.
- Boredom and activity
- Usually, in the wild cetaceans are playful and happy. They are constantly active and don't get bored.
- However, in captivity, cetaceans have to entertain tourists and are often bored. They can become frustrated and aggressive.
- Water depths and choice
- In the wild, only 10%-20% of a cetacean's time isn't spent deep underwater. They have total control and freedom over their choices.
- Trainers deicide everything for the cetaceans and they are forced to constantly stay at the surface of the water.
These are only some cons of keeping cetaceans in captivity. There are many more reasons you can read at https://awionline.org/content/wild-vs-captivity.
But, as some of these species are endangered, do you think keeping them in captivity would reduce the risk of extinction?
Info and image from https://awionline.org/content/wild-vs-captivity

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