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Chelsea’s Death Sparks Captivity Debate | Oakland News
A beloved bottlenose dolphin named Chelsea, who lived in captivity at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom for over 40 years, was euthanized due to chronic illness and declining quality of life. Her death has reignited fierce debate over dolphin captivity, with PETA demanding the park end its “swim-with-dolphins” programs and relocate remaining dolphins to sanctuaries. Critics argue dolphins’ complex needs can’t be met in tanks, leading to suffering — and point to major travel companies pulling out and countries banning captivity as signs the industry is obsolete. Chelsea’s story may be over, but…
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