Despite ending breeding and theatrical shows, SeaWorld refuses to retire its remaining 17 orcas to seaside sanctuaries ...

Orcas have long been revered for their intelligence, adaptability, and group-hunting strategies. But one scientific review spanning two decades has revealed a little-known, yet intriguing behavior.

“The scientific evidence has been building over the years showing that orcas have poor well-being in concrete tanks because of the mismatch between their adaptations and life in these facilities.

SeaWorld Orlando has announced the death of Katina, one of the park's longest-living killer whales, reigniting debate around the ethics of keeping orcas in captivity for life. Katina died at the age ...