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Tilikum
Tilikum was a male orca, Orcinus orca, whose captive life became central to debate about keeping large marine mammals in entertainment facilities. Orcas belong to the dolphin family, which explains his inclusion in this category. He was captured from the wild and held at facilities including Sealand of the Pacific before moving to SeaWorld, rather than spending his entire life at SeaWorld.
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Kathy
Kathy was a bottlenose dolphin born in 1962 and held in captivity for decades. She gained widespread recognition as a television star during the 1960s, appearing on numerous shows. Her case is notable due to her extended time in human entertainment and represents an early example of marine mammal exhibition. Kathy's story is relevant to researchers studying animal cognition, conservation efforts c...
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