description Ikaika Overview
Ikaika is a male killer whale born at SeaWorld San Diego in 2002. His name is Hawaiian for “strength,” and he became known in marine-mammal management because he was transferred from SeaWorld to Marineland in Ontario, Canada, where he lived temporarily before returning to SeaWorld. The case reflects the movement of captive orcas between facilities.
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Who is Ikaika?
Ikaika is a male killer whale born at SeaWorld San Diego in 2002. His Hawaiian name means strength.
Where did Ikaika live after leaving SeaWorld?
Ikaika was transferred from SeaWorld to Marineland in Ontario, Canada. He later returned to SeaWorld.
Why is Ikaika notable in marine-mammal management?
His transfer between SeaWorld and Marineland made him a known example in marine-mammal management. The move also involved travel between facilities in the United States and Canada.
What does the name Ikaika mean?
Ikaika is a Hawaiian name meaning strength. It belongs to a male killer whale born at SeaWorld San Diego in 2002.
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