Warning over SeaWorld orcas as trainer says ‘Jurassic Park-style’ breeding programme created ‘aggressive hybrid whales’

Warning over SeaWorld orcas as trainer says ‘Jurassic Park-style’ breeding programme created ‘aggressive hybrid whales’

SEAWORLD “played god” with orcas during its breeding programme creating aggressive hybrid killer whales, a former trainer has claimed. Trainer John says that the world-famous marine park had “no idea” what they were creating and fears that the horror breeding programme could have led to more aggressive orcas being kept in captivity. John, who starred […]

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Killer Whale Nakai Died From an Infection at SeaWorld After Nearly 20 Years of Captivity

Killer Whale Nakai Died From an Infection at SeaWorld After Nearly 20 Years of Captivity

A killer whale named Nakai, who was held captive at SeaWorld San Diego for 20 years, died last week from an infection. According to a statement from the park, Nakai died last Thursday after unsuccessful efforts to save him. “Veterinarians and health specialists had been actively treating an infection, but aggressive therapeutic and diagnostic efforts […]

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New SWIMS Act Will End The Capture and Breeding of Whales for Public Display

New SWIMS Act Will End The Capture and Breeding of Whales for Public Display

The Nonhuman Rights Project (NhRP) has successfully developed its first federal legislation to end the capture and breeding of whales for public display. The Nonhuman Rights Project is the only organization in the United States that is dedicated solely to securing legal rights for nonhuman animals. The SWIMS Act was introduced by Representatives Adam Schiff […]

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Orcas have killed at least 8 Great White Sharks off the coast of South Africa since 2017 – by ripping open their torsos and devouring their livers

Orcas have killed at least 8 Great White Sharks off the coast of South Africa since 2017 – by ripping open their torsos and devouring their livers

Two killer whales are thought to have killed at least eight Great White Sharks off the coast of South Africa since 2017, and managed to scare off many more. Researchers found that the Great Whites have been avoiding certain regions of the Gansbaai coast for fear of being hunted by orca. Many of the shark […]

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