Shamu / ʃæmuː / (c. 1961[1] – August 16, 1971) was a female orca captured in October 1965 from a southern resident pod. She was sold to SeaWorld San Diego and became a star attraction.

Shamu (pronounced sha-MOO) was an approximately 10-year-old female Southern Resident killer whale who lived at SeaWorld San Diego. She was captured on October 31st, 1965 from Henderson …

Aug 21, 2023 · This young orca, now known as Shamu, was trained to be SeaWorld’s first performing killer whale. She was confined to a small tank, and in order to teach her tricks, trainers often deprived …

SeaWorld’s first “Shamu” was a female orca who was captured in the wild in 1965 when she was just 3 years old. Whalers harpooned and killed her mother and the young orca refused to leave her dead …

Nov 10, 2015 · SeaWorld has announced it is evolving its killer whale shows, which typically feature the orca Shamu, after activists repeatedly called them cruel. Shamu is actually a brand name, based on...

Nov 19, 2025 · For decades, the name “Shamu” was synonymous with SeaWorld. The iconic black and white killer whales, performing breathtaking feats in massive stadium-like pools, captivated millions …

Feb 26, 2015 · The show displays killer whales doing jumps, tricks, and choreography with their trainers. The name Shamu has not only become a household name but an icon in pop culture. In fact, over …

Jan 23, 2024 · From her early days as a young calf to her incredible performances at SeaWorld parks, Shamu’s story is one of resilience and inspiration. This article will explore the life and legacy of this …

Jan 25, 2024 · Shamu is ‍the name associated⁤ with several orcas, or ⁢killer whales, who‍ have been featured in shows at SeaWorld parks. The name “Shamu” was first⁤ used‍ for a⁤ female orca …

Shamu was the stage name used for several performing orcas at SeaWorld. The Shamu show began in the 1960s. The original Shamu died in 1971, but the name was trademarked by SeaWorld, and has …