Sea World@y Application for Permit for Public Display under the Marine Mammal Protection Act July 16, 1984 Sea World, Inc. + 1720 South Shores Road + Mission Bay + Sar. Diego, California 92109 + (619) 222-6363III. Iv. vi. VII. PERMIT APPLICATION QUESTIONS The identity of the Applicant, including complete name, address, and telephone number. If the Applicant is a part- nership or corporation include the details for the business relationship. A description of the animals, parts or products to be taken, imported, or exported, including A, ‘The number of animals by species (common and scientific names) and type of taking (e.g. harassment tag/release, capture/maintain). Clearly indicate if an animal will’be taken more than once or in more than one manner, If take by harassment is being requested indicate the maximum number of animals which may be harassed and the number of times they may be harassed, the size, sex, age, and reproductive condition of the animals at the time of taking; C. The dates and locations of the proposed taking, as specifically as possible, and the requested duration of the permit; D. A description of the status of the stock of each species as it relates to the area of taking (cite sources); E, The reason for removing a live animal from the wild rather than using a beached/stranded one; F, In the case of imported animals, the country from which the animal was taken, whether taken in a lawful manner, the manner of taking, and the management and protection programs of the country from which the animals originate. The Marine Mammal Protection Act prohibits the import for public display of any animal which was pregnant, nursing, or less than eight months old when taken. If the application is for public display provide an estimate of the numbers and types of people who will visit the display annually and a list of any educational or scientific programs associated with the display. If the application is for scientific research or to enhance the propagation or survival of a species, provide the following: If the requested live animals will be maintained in captivity either for public display or scientific research, provide the following as appropriate:c If the collector is a NMFS designated Collector of Record, provide If the collector is not a Collector of Record, provide 1. The name and qualifications of some of the personnel who will likely be involved in the capture of animals; 2. A detailed description of the manner of capture, including gear to be used; 3. A description of the pen, tank, container, cage, cradle or other device used during capture, transportation, or an initial holding facility; 4. Mode of transportation, special care during transport, and the length of time for the transfer of the animals from the capture site to the initial holding facility and from the initial holding facility to the permanent facility; A statement as to whether the animals will be accompanied during transport by a veterinarian or other knowledgeable person and the qualifications of that person; 6. A written certification from the doctor of veterinary medicine responsible for the animals, stating that the methods of capture, transport and care will be adequate to ensure the well-being of the animals. If the facility is a licensed or registered facility under the Animal Welfare Act provide 1. The U.S.D.A, license or registration number, and a copy of the last U.S.D.A, inspection report for marine mammals; The terms of any variance granted by the Department of Agriculture which is currently in effect; . A statement that the facilities are adequate for the additional requested animals. If the facility is not a licensed or registered facility under the Animal Welfare Act (this includes non-registered research and all foreign facilities), provide sufficient information for a determination on Eompliance with the regulations and standards "Marine Mammals; Humane Handling, Care, Treatment, and Transportation" for all’ species’ of marine mammals maintained, including the following information: iiE. VIII. IX. Provide the following information for all marine mammals captured or maintained by or for the Applicant: 1. An updated marine mammal inventory, including new acquisitions, transfers/sales or animals, and mortalities.’ Include necropsy reports which have not previously been submitted. 2. If mortalities have occurred, the steps taken by the Applicant to avoid or decrease similar mortalities. Certification: Name, title, and signature of Applicant or responsible party. iiiIII. Sea World, Inc. is a subsidiary of Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, Inc, a publicly owned company. Sea World, Inc. operates aquatic zoological parks located in San Diego, California, Aurora, Ohio and Orlando, Florida. Corporate Offices: Sea World, Inc. 1720 South Shores Road San Diego, California 92109 (619) 222-6363v. A. c. E. Pr. Rumber Common & Scientific Hane - aype 2 False killer whales Import/maintain Paeudorca crassidens for public educa- tional dieplay Sea World, Inc. would like to import into the United States one male and one female false killer whale ed at Kamogawa Sea world, Japan. ts 300 cm.to 305 cm, in length and Reconetached letter from Dr. Teruo Tobayama, Director, Kamogawa Sea World dated July 2, 1983, pia, Sea World, Inc. would like to import the false killer Fhales on or about October 1, "1964, Hovevers ee request the permit be valid for at least 3 years. The Amportation would take place from Kamogawa Sea World, Kamogawa - City, Japan to 6ea World, 6San Diego, California. The animals may later be maintained in any of the Sea World aquatic zoological parks, srassidens has a wide range, encompassing all fenporate and tropical seas, they often are invelecd in States endings on the Atlantic side of the United States, from North Carolina south, particularly along fhe Florida Coast. ‘These animals are also knout eo be fommon off the Pacific Coast of the main Japanese Island, Honshu and Hawaii, ‘They are not endangered and are, recent information states that false killer whales are not rare within their range. Information on the population of Pseudorca crassidens was obtained from the following sources: NOAA Technical Report NHPS Circular 444, July, 1982. Leatherwood, §.L.; Reeves, R.R.7 The Sierra Club Whales and Dolphins. sierra Club of Books, 1983, Watson, Lyall; Sea Guide to Whales of The Morld. New York: E.P. Dutton, 1981. Not Applicable, Application te for import only. Japanesé regulations,duly 2, 1983. Dr. Lanny H. Cornell, D.V.M., Sea World, Inc., of San Diego, 1720 South Shores Road, Mission Bay, San Diego, Calif. 92109, U.S.A. Dear Dr. Cornell, We hereby inform you the following information regarding two (2) False Killer Whales (Pseudorca crassicens) which are available to Sea World, Inc., of San Diego. 1: Date of Capture: 21 February, 1983. 2: Location of Captur: : Taiji, Higashimuro-gun, Wakayama~Pref., Japan. 3: Body Length: (No.1) 300 cm (No.2) 305 cm 3 Body Weight: (No.1) 280 kgs.(No.2) 280 kgs. (measures was taken on 7 June,1983. 5: Sex : (No.1) Male (No.2) Female We are very glad if above datas are good for you. Looking forwards to hear from you soon. Bawce Tobey ame KAMOGAWA SEA W Twruo Tobayama, Director. 1y64-18 HIGASRICHOH, KAMOGAWA-CITY, CHIBA-Pref. 296 JAPAN TELEPHONE 04709-2-2121Kamogawa Ses world July 2, 1983. To whom it may concern, This is to certify that Kamogawa Sea World now has two (2) False Killer Whales (Pseudorca crassieens) That are available to Sea World, Inc., of San Diego. These animals were taken in a lawful and humane manner in accordance with current Japanese regulations. Both False Killer Whales were over eight (8) months of age and not nursing at the time of take. Yours faithfully, KAMOGAWA SEA WORLD. Baus Ftezorea— Teruo Tobayama, Mrector. 1464-18 HIGASHICHOH, KAMOGAWA-CITY, CHIBA-Pref. 296 JAPAN TELEPHONE 04709-2-2121Neither animal was nursing, pregnant or under eight months of age at the time of take, See attached letter of certification from Dr. Teruo Tobayama, Director, Kamogawa Sea World dated July 2, 1983, p.5. Of the estimated over 100 million people who annually attend zoos, over seven percent (7 million) attend Sea World parks. From the opening of its first park in San Diego in 1964, Sea World, Inc., has hosted nearly 75 million visitors. In the last 10 years, Sea World has shown an average annual corporate attendance increase of 10.25 percent. Assuming a modest three percent annual increase over the next ten years, annual attendance at the three existing Sea world parks through 1992 will exceed 10 million each year. Past marketing research shows that the largest group of Sea world visitors are young families with children. In addition to the general public, more than 1.5 million students have participated in Sea. World's award winning education programs since their official inception in 1972 The mainstay of the education program in all three parks is a project called "Exploration Breach," five units for all grade levels. Other programs include: "Underwater Friends" for students in pre-grade 3 levels; youth awards for Campfire, Scouts and youth groups; career explorations; “Interworlds" for students K-4; in-depth studies for high school and college students (many in cooperation with the University of California-San Diego and San Diego State University) and continuing education units which bring marine science instructors to the classroom. In addition Sea World offers a preceptorship program to upper level veterinary medical students interested in marine and zoological medicine. In recent years several very popular special programs have been developed. Gifted students' programs are presented for qualified students in grades K-6. Three special education Programs are offered for mentally challenged students, visually impaired students and physically handicapped students. Each is a multi-sensory program designed for students who benefit from the individual approach. Sea World's Education Department also offers free curriculum aids and teacher orientation programs, Sea World is committed to provide these programs at or below cost. In addition to the organized education programs, trained interpreters/narrators are stationed at all major animal exhibits to respond to visitors' questions and present educational information. Other educational materials are presented in our award winning graphic displays located in exhibit areas.SEA WORLD, INC. ATTENDANCE DATE SAN DIEGO OHIO FLORIDA SHARK INSTITUTE TOTAL 1964 414,574 "414,574 1965 710,480 710,480 1866 957,759 957,759 1967 1,169,779 1,169,779 1968 1,408, 149 1,408,149 1969 1,448, 506 1,448,506 1970 1,555,663 944,457 2,500,120 1971 1,718,578 1,010,080 2,728,658 1972 1,703,403 977,589 2,680,992 1973 1,761,785 1,183,464 76,491 3,021,740 1974 1,752,074 1,085,039 1,610,668 4,447,781 1975 1,956,140 1,123,422 1,971,797 5,051,369 1876 2,162,589 1,112,152 2,177,134 5,451,875 1977 2,275,909 1,323,545 2,333,657 53933, 111 1978 2,656,702 1,298,418 2,752,450 6,707,570 | 1979 2,454,326 1,282,711 2,807,301 123,214 6,667,552 1980 2,623,927 1,189,952 3,023,474 123,384 6,960,737 | 198) 2,794,642 1,135,587 3,140,529 101,211 7,171,969 1982 2,874,019 1,170,220 2,888,771 6,633,010 1983 2,934,459 1,114,586 2,804, 305 6,853,350 TOTALS 37,033,463 15,951,222 25,586,577 78,918,571VI. VII. The public display of marine mammals, the formal education programs, interpreters/narrators and graphics are indicative of Sea World's corporate belief that the public should be afforded the opportunity to personally experience the beauty, intelligence and agility of marine mammal species Experiencing these exotic creatures only through —one— dimensional photos, books and mass media cannot provide the awareness and appreciation that comes from personal observation. AN INFORMED AND EDUCATED PUBLIC CONSTITUTES THE BEST PROTECTION FOR OUR MARINE MAMMAL RESOURCES. See Exhibit a. This application is not for scientific research. A, 1, Not applicable 2. Not applicable Sea World is not a NMFS Collector of Record. B. 1. Not applicable 2. Not applicable 3, During transport the animals will be supported by specially designed material stretchers, foam rubber, and water in transport units constructed of fiberglass over plywood. The units constructed of fiberglass over plywood. The units are water tight and measure approximately 12' long, 3' wide and 3' high, See Attachment A, p. 8. 4, The animals will be transported by truck and charter or commercial airlines from Kamogawa Sea World, Japan to one of the permanent Sea world aquatic zoological parks. It is anticipated that the length of time in transit will be 24 hours or less.Sea World's Typical . Small Cetacean Transport Unit - body may be covered with a protective ointment in some cases a sheet may be used to cover animal material stretcher provides sling for animal support cut-away sections for flippers foam rubber or other similar material may be used for support or padding Attachment ASpecial care during the entire transport will include: a) Insuring even weight distribution with slings, foam padding, etc. b) Use of moisture, water, ointments, etc. to prevent drying as needed. c) Protection from excess sunlight through cooling techniques. 4) Insuring adequate ventilation. e) Fasting animals as needed to prevent fecal soiling and motion sickness. The animals will be transported in a manner which includes supervision by one or more Sea World veterinary medical/curatorial staff attendants experienced in transporting marine mammals, The names of some of these individuals and the years of experience of each are given below: Sea World, Inc, Sea World, San Diego 1720 So, Shores Rd. San Diego, California 92109 Lanny H. Cornell, D.V.M. Senior Vice President/Zoological Director 19 years of experience with marine mammals Donald Goldsberry Corporate Director of Collecting 26 years of experience with marine mammals James E. Antrim, B.S. Curator of Mammals 11 years of experience with marine mammals Thomas A. Goff, B.S. Assistant Curator of Mammals 9 years of experience with marine mammals Dee Cross Supervisor of Animal Care 10 years of experience with marine mammals Gary Albrechtsen, A.A. Senior Animal Care Specialist 10 years of experience with marine mammalsSantos Cazares Senior Animal Care Specialist 12 years of experience with marine mammals Marilyn Dudley Senior Animal Care Specialist 8 years of experience with marine manmals Bob Grossman Senior Animal Care Specialist 4 years of experience with marine mammals Mike Glenn Senior Animal Care Specialist 5 years of experience with marine mammals Bob Wagoner Senior Animal Care Specialist 10 years of experience with marine mammals Bernice Stark, B.A., M.T. (ASCP Medical Technologist 7 years of experience with marine mammals Sea World of Ohio 1100 Sea World Drive Aurora, Ohio 44202 Stan W. Searles Curator of Mammals and Birds 15 years of experience with marine mammals Dudley wigdahl Assistant Curator of Mammals and Birds 9 years of experience with marine mammals G. William Hughes Senior Animal Care Specialist 4 years of experience with marine manmals Barbara Throssel Senior Animal Care Specialist 5 years of experience with marine mammals Marcella Marquez Medical Technologist 8 years of experience with marine mammals 10Sea World of Florida 7007 Sea World Drive Orlando, Florida 32821 Edward D. Asper Vice President/General Curator 24 years of experience with marine mammals Robert 0. Stevens, D.V.M, Director Veterinary Medicine 6 years of experience with marine manmals W. Glenn Young, B.S. Assistant Curator of Mammals and Birds 11 years of experience with marine mammals Patrick W. Sassic, B.S. Supervisor of Animal Care 6 years of experience with marine mammals Robin Friday Supervisor of Animal Care 4 years of experience with marine mammals Gregory P. Case Laboratory Supervisor 9 years of experience with marine mammals Julie Ensor Senior Animal Care Specialist 4 years of experience with marine mammals steve Lehr Senior Animal Care Specialist 8 years of experience with marine mammals Jayne Marsh Senior Animal Care Specialist 6 years of experience with marine mammals Dave Orndorf££ Senior Animal Care Specialist 8 years of experience with marine mammals Randy Runnells Senior Animal Care Specialist 6 years of experience with marine mammals D. O, Beusse, Jr., D.V.M. Staff veterinarian 11 years of experience with marine mammals ll( D. E. See, attached letter from Lanny H, Cornell, D.V.M. p. 13. Sea World, San Diego, California - 93-C-69 Sea World, Aurora, Ohio - on-c~349 Sea World, Orlando, Florida - 58-EL-77 No variances are required for the requested Pseudorca crassidens. See attached letters of variance approvals from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, pp. 14-19, The following variances listed are “no longer required because the necessary corrections have been made: San Diego Whale and Dolphin Exhibit Pool (Petting Pool), Sea Otter Exhibit, and Ohio Whale Pool. Sea World, Inc. currently maintains the 3 largest marine mammal husbandry and public display facilities in the world. All specifications of Sea World's cetacean holding facilities are on file with the USDA and National marine Fisheries Service Office of Marine Mammal and Endangered Species, These facilities are adequate for all the additional animals being requested in this application. Not Applicable. Sea World, Ine. marine mammal inventory is currently (on file with National Marine Fisheries Service and is kept up to date on their computer. All necropsy reports are also currently up to date and have been previously submitted or are in the process of preparation and will be submitted in a timely manner. 12stamina Sea World & Lanny H. Comell, Dv.M. Senior Vice President! Zoological Director July 16, 1984 Director National Marine Fisheries Service United states Department of Commerce Washington, D.c, 20235 Dear Sir: This letter is to certify that I am a licensed veterinarian in the State of California and that I am knowledgeable in the field of marine mammal med- icine and care. I further certify that I have personally reviewed the arrrangements for transport and care for the false killer whales, Pseudorca crassidens, and that these arrangements are adequate to provide for the well- being of the animals, i \ Redpect fu y submitted} Vaud ~~ Kg vA Lanny &, Cornell, D.v.M. LHC: dn Sea World, Inc, « 1720 South Shores Road « Mission Bay « San Diego, California 92109 « (744) 222-6363. 13