Have you ever wondered what the "Dolphin-Safe" label on a can of tuna means? You probably assume it means that no dolphins were killed when the fishermen were catching the tuna. But it is not that simple.

Several laws have been passed attempting to decrease dolphin mortality while remaining realistic for fishermen, but dolphin activists do not feel that these laws are effective. And what about other sea animals?

This WebQuest attempts to explain the issue of "dolphin-safe" tuna by dividing the class into different roles. With several cooperative groups presenting a different perspective, you will investigate the different sides of the issue to decide for yourselves how you feel. By dividing into roles and working cooperatively, you will work together to understand the whole story on "dolphin-safe" tuna. The Internet will provide all the resources that you need to explore dolphins and tuna.