Investigação revela abusos em parque marinho da Flórida após mortes de golfinhos

US law enforcement and wildlife officials have conducted a raid at Gulf World Marine Park in Panama City Beach, Florida, amid allegations of "animal abuse." This action follows the reported deaths of four dolphins at the facility over the past year. Recent drone footage shared by animal rights activists has raised concerns about the conditions in which the dolphins are kept, showing them swimming in murky green tanks.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier emphasized his commitment to addressing animal abuse, stating he would "not tolerate any animal abuse." The raid was executed at his request by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Reports indicate that the park's management had previously obstructed FWC rangers from inspecting the animals.

Local media reported that three dolphins died in October, with a fourth dying earlier this month after sustaining injuries while performing tricks. The Dolphin Company, which operates the park, houses various species, including bottlenose dolphins and sea lions, according to its website.

The animal welfare organization UrgentSeas has expressed serious concerns regarding the park's conditions. Director Phil Demers stated, "We've been documenting and publishing videos of Gulf World's distressing conditions and will continue until those animals are urgently rescued." He fears that the animals may remain in deteriorating conditions without immediate intervention.