Can you have a pet dolphin in California?

No, it is illegal to own a dolphin as a pet in California (or anywhere in the United States).

Oto dlaczego:

* The Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA): This federal law makes it illegal to capture, harm, or possess marine mammals, including dolphins.

* Etyczne obawy: Dolphins are highly intelligent, social animals with complex needs that cannot be met in a typical home environment. Keeping them in captivity can lead to physical and psychological harm.

* Environmental Protection: Dolphins play an important role in marine ecosystems, and their populations are often threatened by pollution and habitat loss.

Jeśli napotkasz delfina w niebezpieczeństwie, najlepiej skontaktować się z lokalną organizacją ratunkową dzikiej przyrody lub National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).