Ep 38: The Tragic Life and Death of Tokitae (Lolita) the Orca

Update: 2023-09-11

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On August 18th the world heard the news that the oldest living orca in captivity passed away at the Miami Seaquarium. Tokitae, otherwise known as Toki or Lolita, had been in captivity for more than 50 years and suffered horrendous treatment throughout most of her life. What does her legacy mean for other whales and dolphins in captivity?

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Ep 38: The Tragic Life and Death of Tokitae (Lolita) the Orca