Topic: Tilikum
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 02/26
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Is a killer whale a moral being?
Philip Hoare, author of "The Whale," has spent years studying these mysterious creatures and what surprises him most is how little we actually know.
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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.
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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.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 02/26
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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.
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