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Canada Approves Marineland Rescue, After Multiple Dolphin Deaths

By Drooid · Sep 24, 2026, 2:08 PM UTC · How we work

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Canada’s Minister Joanne Thompson approved rescue and transport of Marineland’s beluga whales and dolphins.
The rescue moved the animals from Niagara Falls to United States and Spain in July-August 2026.
Oceanogràfic de València reported dolphin Echo died on Wednesday after swallowing and respiratory problems.
Jelly Bean, a beluga transferred to Oceanogràfic, died last week from feeding difficulties.
Shedd Aquarium in Chicago confirmed three beluga deaths, including Osiris, after the relocations.

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Canada’s Minister Joanne Thompson approved rescue and transport of Marineland’s beluga whales and dolphins.
The rescue moved the animals from Niagara Falls to United States and Spain in July-August 2026.
Oceanogràfic de València reported dolphin Echo died on Wednesday after swallowing and respiratory problems.
Jelly Bean, a beluga transferred to Oceanogràfic, died last week from feeding difficulties.
Shedd Aquarium in Chicago confirmed three beluga deaths, including Osiris, after the relocations.