Seals Shot and Killed in Scotland by Cruel Salmon-Farming Industry
Since 2011, 800 seals have been killed by sharpshooters working for fish farmers in Scotland.
Seals are supposed to be protected under UK law, but salmon farmers can get a special licence that makes it legal for them to shoot and kill these marine animals, who are just trying to feed themselves and their families in order to survive.
The shooting continues throughout the animals’ breeding season, which takes place over the next few months – meaning that some pups will lose their mothers at just a few days old and most likely die of starvation or succumb to attacks by predators.
The salmon raised on Britain’s fish farms often endure intense confinement, filthy conditions, and infection by diseases and parasites, such as sea lice. Kept in underwater cages, they never have the chance to swim freely or act on their natural instincts, such as their powerful urge to migrate upstream each year. And because fish aren’t covered by the Animal Welfare Act, there are no regulations to ensure they’re killed humanely.
Even though these animals have complex nervous systems and can feel pain, they’re usually slaughtered without any regard for their welfare. This cycle of violence means that countless animals suffer at the hands of the fishing industry.
THIS is why everyone needs to leave fish off their plates. 😢💔🦑🦀🐟
[Footage – https://t.co/JTUphSYnvj] pic.twitter.com/t7adXz1jhD— PETA UK (@PETAUK) August 17, 2018
There’s no justification for shooting any animal, and there’s certainly none to warrant doing so in order to protect cruel, unnecessary fish farms. The salmon-farming industry’s shooting of seals shows that its lack of compassion extends to wildlife, too, and that it will always prioritise profit over animal welfare.
The demand for fish for human consumption is fuelling this bloodshed, and we have to put an end to it in order to protect animals.
Animal agriculture has a highly detrimental impact on wildlife, and the best way to combat its damage is by always leaving fish, meat, eggs, and dairy “products” off your shopping list. For the sake of salmon, seals, and all animals, go vegan:
