12/16/2025
Today also marks 55 years since Corky, Northern Resident orca A23, was taken from the water. In 1969, multiple orcas were rounded up, trapped in a pen, and sold into a life of captivity. Today, Corky is the only living orca from the group of 6 who were sold that day, and she remains in captivity at Seaworld.
55 years of living in tanks instead of open waters. 55 years of being deprived of her pod. 55 years of her life stolen from her.
In 1969 we did not know much about orcas, their matrilines, and their deep familiar bond. Today we do and that's why it's important that we end the cruel practice of captivity for entertainment.
photo credit: OrcaLab