Woogie Man, I think this poor orca probably has gone almost insane in this enclosure. I think any whale would! That's the reason why he did what he did. I am not sure it has anything to do with temperament..
There is now a ban on capturing these creatures in the wild and putting them in aquariums or theme parks in the U.S., so that is why they are now BREEDING them in captivity. I don't think this is any better.
Sea World is unlikely to ever give up orcas voluntarily. They are BIG BUSINESS, and the Bottom Line is always protected.
This whole story is so sad.
I think it is interesting that Sea World is now saying this woman "Slipped and fell" into the enclosure, even though eyewitnesses are very clear on what they saw. I think Sea World is concerned about further restrictions with regard to these animals in captivity. Always looking out for the bottom line. |