Can you imagine a world without dolphins?

I recently watched a documentary film titled "The Cove". This film exposes the slaughter of more than 20,000 dolphins off the coast of Japan every year. It also reveals how dolphin meat, containing toxic levels of mercury, is sold as food in Japan and other parts of Asia, often labeled as whale meat.

The majority of the world is not aware this is happening. I urge everyone to watch "The Cove" and to help put an end to these senseless killings.

Living in Hong Kong, I know how much the local people love Japanese food. I ask students what their favourite food is, surprisingly many would reply not McDonalds, not candy but "SUSHI!". Just take a look at "Itacho" (Mega sushi chain restaurant) and you will see just how many people share this love for sushi and sashimi in Hong Kong! While fish is deemed as a healthy source of vitamins, parents need to be aware of the rising mercury levels found in certain fish. Have a look at this guide on mercury levels in fish.

I am sure that we will all want to do somthing to help after learning the truth about the annual killings of so many dolphins. However not everyone can live the life of an activist on a daily basis. At the moment I am still thinking "what can I do to help?" I have decided that for now I must help spread this terrbile secret that Japan is trying to hide. We must tell our friends, colleagues and family to "Just Say No, Just Don’t Go"

To...

• Dolphin Parks.
• Swim With Dolphin Programs.
• Hotels and Lodges that feature captive dolphins on the property.
• Dolphin “Trainer For A Day” programs.
• Dolphin “Research” facilities that charge large amounts to interact with dolphins.
• Cruise lines that feature stops at Swim With Dolphin Parks.

The Captive Dolphin industry is fueled by money, not love. If audiences stop buying tickets, these special creatures can stay wild and free.

One of my travel dreams was to swim with dolphins. After watching "The Cove" I will now say no to that. I know how popular the dolphin show is at Hong Kong's Ocean Park, especially with the kids. I hope you can all join me in saying "NO" to these shows from now on.

Our world and its creatures are dying due to greed and ignorance. We are all responsible in educating ourselves and the future generation on how to protect the environment. On my own I'm not sure how much I can do but together I'm sure we'll make a difference.