Creation of a European network of sanctuaries for marine mammals
Cetasea is a 1% For The Planet approved association
A FINDING...
With nearly 300 dolphins in European facilities, 75% of which were born in captivity, transition centers for which Cetasea presents a realistic concept are essential.
Our plan guarantees a future for captive marine mammals that will be studied and considered for each individual, on a case-by-case basis by marine mammal professionals and specialized veterinarians. The living environment proposed by the Cetasea project is adequate and conducive to the well-being of the species. The animals will live in reconstituted lagoons with natural stimuli so that they do not suffer from the various pollutions and that they are not confronted with viruses and bacteria present in the natural environment, totally absent in captivity.
When individuals or groups of animals are ready to live in an existing closed bay, they could be sent there after the validation of the decision group.
THE CITIZEN OF THE SOLUTION

Cetasea aims to create a network of sanctuaries/refuges for marine mammals.
Like other refuges/sanctuaries, they will not replace zoological parks but it is a response to overcrowding, structures that are closing, stranded animals that can be saved...
Like sanctuaries/sanctuaries for terrestrial animals and birds, they can be closed or in semi-freedom. It will depend on the case, the health of the animals….
Like the other shelters, the reception may be temporary if another place is more suitable for the animal. It will be possible to send an individual from a closed center to a semi-natural environment. The animals will be followed by veterinarians and trainers.
The conservation project will be interesting and active in this sense.
Our facilities will work with existing parks to advance conservation and wellness work.
France is one of the only countries to be surrounded by two seas and one ocean, so it is interesting to create several centers. Note that in Holland, they are building the 5th center, while there is already a large marine park in addition that already hosts marine mammals) and yet their coast is very small…. And everything works!
We are located in the heart of Europe which is home to many zoos and circuses. Europe is the victim of many strandings. It is useful to create a European network. This is what we are proposing with our European plan.
We could welcome seals in distress, relieve suffering wild dolphins, even if we can only save a small percentage!
Our refuges/sanctuaries will also have research projects, the conservation project which was established by a Doctor of Biology specialist in dolphins and above all an educational program,
we protect what we know.
We must put our protection plan for marine mammals on the same footing as for other species (terrestrial and birds).
Cetasea brings together scientists, veterinarians experienced in the care of marine mammals and also committed caregivers.
We also have good partners, unity is strength!
dolphins are real ecological sentinels of the health of ecosystems...
Protecting them means protecting all species, protecting us!
Cetasea is a recognized association of general interest, this should not remain just a name but a real commitment!
Cetasea aimsto find solutionsfor MARINE animalsin need
We protect what we know
The Cetasea association under the 1901 law brings together scientists, biologists, doctors of biology, conservation specialists, trainers, veterinarians, experienced veterinarians for marine mammals.
Creation of a refuge for marine mammals replicable in all European countries.
This already exists for terrestrial species and birds. Shelters are places of welcome in which certain animals can be in temporary residence until a better place for the animal is proposed, or keep them for life because it is the best solution for them. Animals that live in a sanctuary have the opportunity to behave as naturally as possible in a protective environment. Have time to find the best solutions for each individual in order to avoid stress. A move is a big stress for humans, but also for wildlife.
What Cetasea will allow
- The protection of marine biodiversity A great educational hook. Creating a European network of refuges for marine mammals Promoting the welcoming region for its involvement in environmental protection Job creation Economic dynamism Diversification for eco-tourism Opening up to Europe and the world
We believe in ethical rights marine mammals because of their complex individuality, great emotional capacity and intelligence.
Freedom for intelligent species includes freedom of choice, which means that each individual cetacean can choose to interact, play, socialize, mate and reproduce...
Nevertheless, with the original capture and subsequent breeding of cetaceans in human care facilities, we have created a new population that is spatially separated from nature, but genetically still strongly related to it.
As a result of these actions, we recognize that we have a responsibility to care for this population and for each individual.
ACTIONS ALREADY TAKEN BY CETASEA
- Raising awareness of the protection of marine biodiversity
- Beach and Forest Cleanups
- Events on the themes of species protection, creation of the Cetasea Festival
- Educational activities in schools, leisure centers and media libraries
- La séquère concert in Seignosse (for the benefit of cetasea)
- Awareness stands (Bordeaux, Antwerp, Liège, Seignosse, Hossegor, Vieux-boucau, Sanguinet, Brussels, Ghent).
- Surf'n Yoga activities in Hossegor
CETASEA WAS THERE
- Animals day, Belgium
- OceanFestival, Belgium
- Climax Festival, Bordeaux
- Newave Festival (Seignosse)
The project must be duplicated in Europe in order to avoid overcrowding, manage the groups as well as possible, and have time to choose the right decisions on a case-by-case basis.
The shelters will not be intended to keep the animals but to find the best places for them, if not, to keep them in good conditions. As do all refuges for other species.
The important thing is to work together as wildlife parks do with land animals and birds.
For a European network of sanctuaries for marine mammals.New paragraph
Jean Marc BARR
OFFICERS
Frederique Gilbert
William Bogaert
Annie CARLIER
Stella Villanueva
BenjaminSchulz
OUR AMBASSADORS
Because the protection of the wild world is a priority
Because protecting is acting
Because protecting is first knowing
Because protecting is also uniting...
