Topic: Dawn Brancheau

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'Blackfish' centers on the dangers of orcas in captivity

Director Gabriela Cowperthwaite claims in her documentary that parks such as SeaWorld are placing profit above safety.
SeaWorld resumes shows with killer whales – but no 'Tilikum'

Killer whales were used in SeaWorld marine parks Saturday – the first time since 'Tilikum' killed a whale trainer in Orlando.
02/27/2010 06:03 pm
SeaWorld defends use of 'Tilikum' and other killer whales

After 'Tilikum' killed whale trainer Dawn Brancheau, SeaWorld officials are defending the use of captive orca killer whales for recreation and education.
02/26/2010 07:35 pm
SeaWorld 'killer whale' incident gives parents pause

The 'killer whale' accident at SeaWorld Orlando has some parents questioning the value of bringing children to zoos and animal parks.
02/25/2010 06:55 pm
Sea World tragedy: How common are 'killer whale' attacks?

Tilikum, the killer whale that drowned a trainer at Sea World in Orlando, Fla., Wednesday has been involved in three human fatalities. The orca, who was originally captured in the wild, may have been under high levels of stress.
02/25/2010 01:36 pm
Death of Sea World trainer: Do 'killer whales' belong in theme parks?

A Sea World trainer was killed in Orlando, Fla., Wednesday by a 'killer whale.' Animal rights groups say the tragedy shows why the giant orcas do not belong in theme parks.
02/24/2010 08:18 pm