SeaWorld said the orca — the last in a generation of whales bred in confinement — was born Wednesday afternoon. The company did not immediately name the calf because the park’s veterinarians had not yet determined whether it was male ...

Szenja was a 21-year-old female who had spent her entire life in various cages and enclosures at tourist attractions, Joinfo.com reports with reference to Metro. Caregivers said she has had a loss of appetite and energy for about a week. ...

Tilikum was estimated to be 36 years old and was kept in captivity for 33 years, the Daily Mail reports. Officials said Tilikum had faced serious health issues and was being treated at the time by veterinarians for a persistent ...