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Big Brains in Small Spaces: The Impact of Confinement on the Brains of Cetaceans and Elephants

In this symposium, we explore the potential harms of confinement in zoos and aquariums on the brains of elephants and cetaceans. We discuss the general brain mechanisms that come into play in all animals who are forced to live in chronically stressful, impoverished and highly artificial environments. We describe the physical and mental abnormalities many elephants and cetaceans exhibit while living in zoos and marine parks. And we discuss the problematic ethics of captive cetaceans and elephants in light of such harm and how sanctuaries can play a role in restoring the health and wellbeing of these animals.

Jul 15, 2021 03:30 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)