SeaWorld claimed that Dukes was a vagrant who climbed into Tilikum's pool and drowned, while the coroner 's report, along with animal rights advocates for Tilikum, have pointed out that Dukes' corpse …

See Orcas and Killer Whales at SeaWorld Orlando with our underwater orca viewing area. Buy tickets and annual passes, find park info, and plan your visit.

Dec 26, 2025 · According to the park's website, SeaWorld will no longer be breeding killer whales as of 2016. This means that the whales that have currently spent their entire lives in captivity in the parks …

Jul 30, 2025 · As SeaWorld's orcas near the end of their era, fans are debating what comes next – dolphins, rescue efforts, or thrill rides?

Dec 22, 2025 · SeaWorld has announced the death of its famed killer whale, Katina. On Sunday, Dec. 21, SeaWorld Orlando shared in an emotional social media tribute that Katina died at age 50.

Jul 29, 2025 · SeaWorld fans are currently debating what will replace the killer whales currently found at its parks in Orlando, San Diego, and San Antonio.

Feb 4, 2024 · SeaWorld ended its orca breeding program after backlash from the 2013 Blackfish documentary. Five orcas remain in captivity at the theme park still today and routinely participate in …

Nov 10, 2025 · While SeaWorld no longer profits directly from breeding or capturing killer whales, the presence of these animals still attracts visitors to their parks. The financial benefits are now more …

Though SeaWorld’s Killer Whale breeding program has ending, our efforts to conserve them remain. Learn about killer whales and conservation efforts at our park.

Dec 22, 2025 · SeaWorld Orlando officials announced the death Sunday of a 50-year-old killer whale named Katina. “Her health had begun to significantly decline as she entered her geriatric years,” the …