The animal rights organization People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) publicly criticized Bad Bunny for using live chickens in the set design of his musical residency No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí, which is being held at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico. The complaint was posted on social media, where they shared images of the stage with the animals present.
"An unforgettable dance for Bad Bunny... but a nightmare for animals", wrote PETA Latino on their Facebook account, where they urged the artist to stop using animals in his shows. "How long will animals be treated as mere accessories for the show?" they questioned, appealing to the ethical responsibility of artists.
The concert's setting creates a countryside atmosphere, featuring plastic chairs, greenery, and elements typical of the Puerto Rican landscape, where live chickens were seen before the show began. Although local media claims that the birds are removed before the concert starts, the organization believes that their presence in that context already constitutes a form of mistreatment.
It is not the first time that PETA has criticized the reggaeton artist. In 2024, during his tour The Most Wanted Tour, the organization condemned the use of a horse in one of his concerts, claiming that the animal was subjected to extreme stress due to lights, smoke, and noise.
Bad Bunny's residency includes 30 shows between July and September, and it has broken records at the Coliseo, surpassing the 14 consecutive performances previously achieved by Wisin and Yandel. As he prepares for a world tour that will begin in November, the controversy surrounding the use of animals in his concerts continues to generate debate.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Use of Animals in Bad Bunny Concerts
Why does PETA accuse Bad Bunny of animal abuse?
PETA accuses Bad Bunny of animal cruelty for using live chickens on stage during his musical residency at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico. The organization argues that although the birds are removed before the show begins, their mere presence in that context already constitutes a form of mistreatment.
What has Bad Bunny done in response to PETA's criticism?
Until now, Bad Bunny has not issued a direct public response to PETA's criticisms regarding the use of animals in his concerts. However, PETA's criticisms of the artist are not new, as in 2024 they also accused him of mistreatment for using a horse in one of his concerts.
What measures does PETA suggest for artists who use animals in their shows?
PETA suggests that artists stop using animals in their performances and instead seek creative alternatives that do not involve animal suffering. The organization appeals to the ethical responsibility of artists to avoid treating animals as mere props in their shows.
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