Humane Nature
A bi-weekly show that discusses the good, bad, and ugly of animal tourism around the world.
Humane Nature
Ep 38: The Tragic Life and Death of Tokitae (Lolita) the Orca
September 11, 2023
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Stumble Safari
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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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