SeaWorld
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SeaWorld is an American theme park chain with headquarters in Orlando, Florida. It is a proprietor of marine mammal parks, oceanariums, animal theme parks, and rehabilitation centers owned by United P
Kasatka, one of SeaWorld San Diego's nine killer whales, performs during a routine Shamu Adventure show.
A trainer "surfing" on top of Katina, a killer whale at SeaWorld Orlando.
Marble, Porter, Jensen, Starbuck, Baretta, and Clyde performing in Blue Horizons at SeaWorld Orlando.
Takara demonstrating a breaching move during the Believe show at SeaWorld Orlando.
Captive orcas
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Dozens of orcas are held in captivity for breeding or performance purposes. The practice of capturing and displaying orcas in exhibitions began in the 1960s, and they soon became popular attractions a
Orkid at SeaWorld San Diego
The dorsal fin and saddle patch of an orca known as Sonora or sometimes Holly (A42) of the Northern Resident Orcas
Lolita, the second oldest captive orca, who was estimated to be four years old at the time of capture.
Keiko is weighed as he is loaded into his specially made transport tank at the Oregon State Aquarium, on September 9, 1998.