Tag Archives: blackfish
18Aug
Lolita the Orca is Dead
The last surviving orca of the infamous Penn Cove captures of 1970 is dead. AUGUST 18, 2023: Lolita (also known as Tokitae),
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09Jan
Orca Narnia Dies at Moskvarium
Narnia, the matriarch orca at Moskvarium aquarium in Moscow, has died. At only 17 years of age, she was a mere youngster.
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07Nov
Help the Captive Dolphins of Argentina
The following blog was written by guest blogger and activist in Argentina Dalila Lewis. This past October has been a whirlwind of
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20May
Morgan’s Heart-Rending Captive Tale
A story of loss and human betrayal As soon I enter the stadium, I see her. She is logging on the water’s
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04Mar
Are Lolita’s Performing Days Over?
Lolita might have just performed her last shows. On March 3, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) granted a license to The
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27Feb
One Dolphin’s Story: Lolita
Quick Facts Born: 1966 (estimated) Captured: August 8, 1970, Penn Cove, Washington, United States On August 8, 1970 at approximately four years
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16Mar
No “Social Distancing” for Captive Dolphins; Whales
You might have seen the term, “social distancing” popping up on your news feeds and internet as a strategy to help slow
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18Jul
SeaWorld Defends Incarceration of Dolphins
Not only does corporate giant SeaWorld defend their practice of keeping dolphins and other whales (including orcas) captive in their numerous marine
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16May
Keto: 24 Years Behind Bars
Keto is without doubt one of the most impressive beings I have ever seen. His sleek, torpedo-shaped body has undergone millions of
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05Feb
“Sad” SeaWorld Loses Another Orca
“The entire SeaWorld family is deeply saddened by the loss.” These words are part of a statement put out by entertainment giant
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