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California just drew a clear line on orca captivity.

California is now the first state to end captive orca breeding and theatrical performances under the Orca Protection Act. Violations can bring fines up to $100,000, so this law has real force.

Here’s what changes: Orcas already in facilities can remain there, but breeding is banned. Facilities also can’t import or export orcas, and they can’t use them in performances. This stops the cycle of captivity.

Marine parks argued that captive programs support conservation and education. But public opinion shifted as documentaries exposed conditions, former trainers spoke out, and the evidence became hard to ignore.

Science also matters here. Orcas travel thousands of miles in the wild and keep lifelong family bonds. A concrete tank can’t meet those needs. These animals are intelligent and complex, not entertainers.

California has now set a precedent other states can follow.

What do you think—will other states do the same? Share your thoughts below, and pass this along if you believe animals deserve freedom, not captivity.

Sources: National Geographic, The Guardian, PETA

Crazy to me that this is even a discussion. Here’s an article to read, with a link to a petition to sign.

https://apple.news/AGItF0woeSqCbeo110qCNfA

https://c.org/t5bnFbLXjW

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Animal Kingdom Foundation's Heidi Marquez-Caguioa joined me to chat about animal welfare in the Philippines, fighting the dog meat trade & helping farm animals. This is a fun, quick glimpse into what advocacy looks like for animals in the Philippines. You can listen, watch, or read about it here:

https://ForAnimalsForEarth.com/show/86

Hi! So sorry it’s been so long. I miss you guys. ♡

Maho Uehara joined me from Tokyo, Japan for the first episode of our new Animal Advocacy Around the World Series. 👏🏻

Maho works with アニマルウェルフェア コーポレートパートナーズ AWCP Animal Welfare Corporate Partners Japan (AWCP), a Japan-based non-profit that helps corporations and producers who are changing the egg supply chain to cage-free eggs.

We discuss:
🥚the work of AWCP
🥚how animal welfare ranks as a priority in Japan
🥚how long organizations have been working to help animals like this
🥚how things look for farm animals, companion animals, and wildlife in Japan

SIMPLE IDEA:
Pick your favorite food and research where it comes from to better understand the supply chain.

WATCH, LISTEN OR READ THE EPISODE:
ForAnimalsForEarth.com/show/85

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For Animals For Earth media talked with our founder & CEO about her new book, Life of Pei - and the work that ACTAsia does in advocacy and education

You can listen and watch the interview- link in comments

Pei F. Su Lantern Publishing & Media For Animals For Earth

Hi guys!  Episode 84 is a quick update about the show.  I’m getting ready to kick off Season 7, and I would love your feedback.  I want For Animals. For Earth. to be as useful for you as possible. Will you add your thoughts?  Thank you!

EPISODE 84:
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