Kamea, an 11-year-old female, was part of the last generation of orcas to live in captivity at the theme park.

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) – SeaWorld built its brand on a leaping and splashing killer whale named Shamu. She was part of its logo, gave her name to stadiums in the theme parks and was the inspirati… ...

SeaWorld’s 29 killer whales — ranging in age from 1 to 51 years old — will remain in captivity, but in “new, inspiring natural orca encounters,” according to the company.

SeaWorld built its brand on a leaping and splashing killer whale named Shamu. She was part of its logo, gave her name to stadiums in the theme parks and was the inspiration for rides. The orca ...

SeaWorld built its brand on a leaping and splashing killer whale named Shamu. She was part of its logo, gave her name to stadiums in the theme parks and was the inspiration for rides. The orca ...