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Lolita the captive orca may never see freedom as health decline continues

Por: Newsweek Nation October 05, 2022

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One of the most famous captive orcas in the world, Lolita has lived at the Miami Seaquarium in Florida since 1970. As her health deteriorates, it becomes apparent that she may never see freedom.Lolita, 56 years old, also known as Tokitae, is the last surviving orca out of 45 that were captured and delivered for display in aquariums between 1965 and 1973.Her health has been an ongoing concern for animal welfare groups that hope that she may one... + full article



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