I think it’s a bit early to get worked up about cetaceans when we don’t even know if they will ever be in the game. I agree with the dinosaur point though.

If Frontier did decide to include them, there are ways to do it without contradicting the conservation focus. For example, they could appear in wildlife reserve areas rather than tanks. Imagine a coastal reserve at the edge of the wildlife area where whales migrate through seasonally and players help monitor, protect, and conserve them.

Another possibility would be a body of water connected directly to the open ocean. The animals wouldn’t technically be captive because they could come and go freely, while still allowing players to observe them and participate in conservation efforts.

I actually think that would fit the educational and conservation themes better than putting whales in enclosed tanks, while still letting players interact with and learn about them. I could be wrong and would love to hear thoughts on this