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Boksoon

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Boksoon was a female Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin that had been illegally captured from coastal waters near Jeju Island, South Korea, and held in captivity at a marine park. Following legal proceedings and government intervention, she underwent a multi-year rehabilitation program before being released back into waters near Jeju in 2015. Her case was part of a broader effort by South Korean authorities to address the illegal capture of wild dolphins for the marine entertainment industry.

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How did the dolphin Boksoon end up in captivity?

Boksoon was a female Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin that had been illegally captured from coastal waters near Jeju Island, South Korea. She was subsequently sold and held in captivity at a South Korean marine park.

Why was Boksoon released back into the wild?

Following legal proceedings and government intervention regarding the illegal captures, Boksoon was confiscated from the marine park. Authorities mandated her release to help restore the wild dolphin population around Jeju.

What did Boksoon's rehabilitation program entail?

She underwent a multi-year rehabilitation program designed to help her regain her hunting skills and physical stamina. This process was necessary because captive dolphins often lose their ability to catch live prey.

Was Boksoon's release from Jeju a common occurrence?

Boksoon's release was part of a broader effort by the South Korean government to rehabilitate illegally captured Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins. Other dolphins, such as Jedoli, also underwent similar rehabilitation and release processes near Jeju Island.

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