Literally every single day a trainer and killer whale shared the same tank that trainers’ life was on the line. Many trainers were often injured “Hargrove‚ who quit SeaWorld in 2012‚ suffered numerous broken bones and nearly destroyed his sinuses. It was a risk he ran with his eyes open‚ and one that‚ in the end‚ he seems to feel was almost worth it. "I owe those whales‚" he says in an interview. "They gave me so much in my life and my career." But the whales’ physical and emotional well-being‚ he grew
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a documentary explaining and releasing to the public all the dangers and/or cruelty having whales in a tank or in an enclosure can come with or lead to. This documentary touches on many topics from how they catch the whales to the struggles and hardships the whales face leading up to tragic events ether for the whales or the humans in contact with them. The documentary starts by talking about how the whales are caught. The process takes a lot of man power and tools like tracker plains‚ bouts‚ nets
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Large animals in captivity is wrong because they are not being treated and cared for properly‚the animals or the trainers can be put in danger‚ and the animals are not in the right mental state while in captivity. Large animals in captivity is wrong because they are not being treated and cared for properly. The article List of Pros and Cons of Zoos‚the author writes “...Animals that are born in zoos and confined to their boundaries their whole life never get to see their natural habitat‚ and never
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need to survive. Sea World’s reputation was tarnished severely by the documentary‚ Blackfish‚ in 2013. “This documentary claims that life at Sea World is cruel and harsh for both the trainers and the whales and that they have attempted to cover up the truth about many incidents involving their whales; both are false (Truth About Blackfish‚ Sea World Cares.com). Kyle Kittleson‚ a former marine mammal trainer for Sea World‚ states‚ “the documentary‚ Blackfish‚ is about 15% correct; one of those facts
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Scenario Topic Chosen: Free Willy? Problem (2 Points) What is the purpose of your experiment? What are you trying to find out? Problem(s): Does keeping Orca Whales in captivity affect their lifespan and health? Do wild Orca Whales have a longer lifespan? Research (2 Points) What topics would you be researching? Behaviors of Orca Whales‚ affects that captivity has on once wild animals‚ differences between captivity and the wild. Hypothesis (4 Points) This is your prediction of the outcome. Your
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Black Fish Since 1964‚ killer whales; also known as the orca‚ (Orcinus orca) first to put in a cage for the world to see. The view of the killer whale has shifted from a dangerous killer to a cuddly animal. Theses whales have gone from a sea creature shot at by humans‚ to the star money maker at theme parks. Both images become one-sided‚ putting the creature into stereotypes. Orcas resemble humans‚ very complex‚ intelligent‚ and also taken advantage of. As of today‚ they stand as the largest animal
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the attacks of killer whales provides a profound look on the miserable lives of orcas that are being held against their will. However‚ the film focuses on more than the “Free Willy” longings. This film is extremely emotional and somewhat graphic as it visually shows why killer whales‚ at numerous SeaWorld and marine parks‚ attack the trainers and why these whales should not be held in captivity. Keeping these types of animals in captivity is inhumane and dangerous for the whales and the humans. At
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SeaWorld is a public company that is facing a significant ethical issue right now‚ mostly in part to the release of the documentary Blackfish. This documentary takes viewers inside the capture‚ training and marketing of these Killer Whales for the sole profit of the company. It also highlights the breeding‚ training and housing of these magnificent mammals. It brings many ethical issues to the table. 1) Should any wild animal be taken from its natural home and forced to live in captivity
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I have recently watched a movie called blackfish. Actually it was a documentary about orca whales written and directed by Gabriela Cowperthwaite. For those of you who don’t know orcas are the black and white whales‚ they have also been referred to as Shamu‚ blackfish‚ and my favorite‚ the killer whale. I’ve always found it kind of fascinating that they are called the “Killer Whales” because they are used at water parks such as SeaWorld. Disney World wouldn’t use anything dangerous in their parks
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that you can enjoy as well! 1. Bay of Fundy If you do one thing in Nova Scotia‚ go to the Bay of Fundy! Nestled between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick‚ this bay is home to endangered whales‚ dinosaur fossils and unique geology. It has even been named one of the Seven Wonders of North America. Bonus- besides majestic whales‚ you may also spot puffins and seals! Bring your binoculars. 2. Halifax Waterfront This lively waterfront is located in Nova Scotia’s capital city‚ Halifax. It is packed with good
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