Does seaworld still have whales?

SeaWorld to phase out killer whale shows, captivity. Embattled amusement-park operator SeaWorld said Thursday that the killer whales currently living at its facilities will be its last as it will stop breeding immediately and phase out theatrical orca shows. read more

For one, SeaWorld is only ending shows at its San Diego park for now, meaning many of the 11 orcas at SeaWorld Orlando and SeaWorld San Antonio will still be forced to perform. It's also still unclear what "ending" the shows means. read more

Trainers have orca whales perform for the crowd during a show at SeaWorld in San Diego in March. Photograph: Mike Blake/Reuters SeaWorld will end theatrical orca shows at its theme park in San Diego next year as part of a comprehensive overhaul of the company in the wake of mounting protests over its treatment of animals. read more