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A female short-finned pilot whale has a second chance at life after an extensive and complex return to the sea. The 725 lb. whale beached herself in Dixie County, FL on July 1. Discovered by beach goers, rescue teams from the University of Florida and Clearwater Marine Aquarium assisted the whale and transported her to […]

This weekend Kyara, the 3-month-old killer whale calf at SeaWorld San Antonio, was being treated at the park’s Animal Hospital for an infection. The dedicated team of veterinarians and care staff spent the last three days providing critical care for Kyara, but despite their best efforts, her health continued to decline and she passed away […]

Electric Ocean – 17th June – 5th August With new attractions and events beginning this summer, SeaWorld has more to explore than ever before. Thrilling coasters, incredible animal encounters, dazzling shows, and after-dark festivities offer an ocean of can’t-miss experiences all day and night. When the sun goes down the night comes to life at […]

SeaWorld San Antonio is excited to announce the birth of the newest member of the SeaWorld family of killer whales. Takara, the 25-year-old matriarch of the orca pod, gave birth to the calf at 2:33 p.m. Central Time, April 19, 2017, at SeaWorld San Antonio.  A team of veterinarians and animal care specialists witnessed the […]

Kraken Unleashed: Virtual Reality Experience will open 16th June 2017 and will feature custom digital overlay with uniquely designed virtual reality headsets, fully integrated both mechanically and electronically into the coaster train delivering a new one-of-a-kind adventure. Guests will embark on a deep sea mission alongside sea creatures inspired by extinct and legendary animals of the […]

After nearly eight months of specialised care, SeaWorld Orlando’s Rescue Team and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) returned the largest Loggerhead Sea Turtle ever rehabilitated by SeaWorld back home to the ocean. The turtle was released yesterday morning at Vero Beach on Florida’s South West coast. The female Loggerhead was estimated to be […]

Dolphin Days is now showing at the Dolphin Theatre at SeaWorld Orlando. Dolphin Days offer guests an immersive and educational glimpse into the world of the ocean’s most playful ambassadors, the Atlantic bottlenose dolphin. Throughout the show, the audience will see the personality of each animal, witness the special bond they share with their trainers, and learn […]

After several months of care, SeaWorld’s animal rescue team returned four loggerhead sea turtles are back to the ocean with the help of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Three of the turtles arrived at SeaWorld Orlando last December after flying across the country from Massachusetts. During the winter months, sea turtles are susceptible […]

Last week, the SeaWorld Orlando veterinary team assisted the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) with a hearing test on the dolphin that was rescued in November. NOAA conducts hearing tests on all stranded cetaceans to confirm their ability to hear and echolocate. Dolphins use echolocation to help them find food, navigate through their environment and […]