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Bjossa was a female orca captured near Iceland in 1980 and later kept at the Vancouver Aquarium. She became the institution’s last captive orca and remained there for more than two decades before being transferred to SeaWorld San Diego. Bjossa died in 2001, shortly after the transfer. Her history is discussed in debates about keeping large, intelligent marine mammals in captivity and the changing role of aquariums.
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Who was Bjossa?
Bjossa was a female orca captured near Iceland in 1980. She was later kept at the Vancouver Aquarium and became its last captive orca.
How long did Bjossa remain at the Vancouver Aquarium?
Bjossa remained at the Vancouver Aquarium for more than two decades. She was later transferred to SeaWorld San Diego.
When did Bjossa die?
Bjossa died in 2001, shortly after her transfer to SeaWorld San Diego. Her death followed more than twenty years in captivity.
Why is Bjossa associated with the Vancouver Aquarium?
She was the institution’s last captive orca. Her history is tied to the Vancouver Aquarium’s long-running orca display before her transfer to SeaWorld San Diego.
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