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Luna
Luna was an individual Pacific white-sided dolphin (Delphinus penicillatus) notable for his prolonged solitary existence off British Columbia’s coast. He was part of a population typically found in pods but lived independently from 2003 until his death in 2006 due to injuries sustained during a boat collision. Luna's case provides insight into the challenges faced by wild marine mammals and is of...
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Tilikum
Tilikum was an individual male orca (Orcinus orca) who spent his entire life in captivity at SeaWorld. He gained notoriety through a series of events, most notably his involvement in the death of trainer Dawn Brancheau. His story became central to discussions about marine animal welfare and the ethics of keeping large, intelligent creatures confined within artificial environments. The case signifi...
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