主演：未知
导演：Luis Ansorena Hervés 欧内斯特·里埃拉
类型：纪录
地区：西班牙
年份：2022
简介：In 2015, a significant incident occurred that brought international attention to dolphin trainers and their treatment of marine mammals. Spanish environmental activists released a video that exposed alleged mistreatment of animals at a dolphinarium in Mallorca, Spain. The footage garnered widespread attention and sparked an international scandal when it was revealed that the trainer involved was José Luis Barbero. This revelation was particularly shocking because just months prior to the incident, Barbero had been appointed as vice president at the renowned Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, USA.
Barbero's appointment to such a prestigious position was based on his reputation as a visionary and innovative dolphin trainer who had made significant contributions to marine mammal care and training. His work was widely recognized within the industry, and many believed that he would bring new perspectives to improve the living conditions of dolphins at the Georgia Aquarium. However, the video exposed a different side of Barbero's practices.
The video highlighted instances where Barbero allegedly used physical force and harsh verbal commands to train the dolphins, actions that were in stark contrast to his public image as an advocate for humane treatment. This contradiction between his professional reputation and personal conduct created a significant ethical dilemma, raising questions about the standards and oversight within the industry of marine mammal entertainment.
The scandal not only damaged Barbero's career but also raised broader concerns about the welfare of captive dolphins worldwide. It prompted a reevaluation of training practices and ethical considerations in the treatment of animals in captivity. The incident underscored the need for stricter regulations and more transparent standards to ensure that animal trainers meet high ethical and welfare standards, both in dolphinariums and other facilities where marine mammals are kept.