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Six more whales have departed Marineland in France to find a new home at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, according to recent animal welfare developments surrounding the facility. Marineland closed its doors to the public in 2024, leaving the park and its extensive grounds put up for sale.

Marineland Closure and Facility Sale

The transfer follows the permanent closure of Marineland in 2024. Following the shutdown, park operators placed the property and its vast domain on the market for sale, according to facility statements.

Park officials confirmed that management of the remaining marine mammals required alternative housing arrangements as the site prepared for transition. The departure of these six whales marks another step in the ongoing relocation of animals from the shuttered French marine park.

Transfer to the Georgia Aquarium

The destination for the animals is the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, which has accepted the marine mammals into its facility. Representatives from the Atlanta-based institution have integrated the animals into their specialized care systems, following standard transport protocols for large marine species.

While Marineland management has wound down public operations, the welfare and relocation of its remaining animal population have remained a central focus during the property sale process. Further updates regarding the future of the Marineland property and any remaining animals depend on upcoming real estate transactions and regulatory oversight.