Cancun, Quintana Roo — On World Whale and Dolphin Day, the fate of nine dolphins remains unknown after their operator, Dolphin Discovery, has stayed silent for three months despite repeated requests for information.
The dolphins are housed at a dolphinarium adjacent to Ventura Park, a complex that has been closed for over a year. Quadratin Quintana Roo first requested an interview through the company’s official communication channel three months ago, but has received no response.
Public interest surged after images surfaced showing what appeared to be concerning conditions for the marine mammals. In October 2025, the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (Profepa) shut down the Dolphin Discovery facility in Cancun and seized nine dolphins.
Months later, videos captured by the organizations Veeleaf and Tide Breakers showed the animals still inside the closed facility. The groups, which documented the site via flyovers, described the situation as “devastating,” sparking widespread public debate and prompting environmental authorities to comment.
Under Mexico’s General Wildlife Law, seized animals must be relocated according to protocols that ensure their physical integrity and well-being. While an early transfer could pose health risks, the law also requires authorities to guarantee dignified conditions during custody and to make the process transparent.
On a day dedicated to the conservation of whales and dolphins, Dolphin Discovery’s silence leaves unanswered questions about the health of the nine dolphins, whether they have been relocated, and when that might happen — information the company has yet to clarify.
