NOTE: It has come to my attention that users on Instagram have expressed concern over Makani chasing Amaya away from the water spray. However, this behavior cannot be considered bullying. The two orcas in this video are both young and it is characteristic of young animals to play nice, rough, and sometimes not share a toy. Makani is not raking Amaya in this video as he is chasing her away with his mouth closed. He is simply not good about sharing here and he would never do this if Amaya's mom, Kalia, is nearby (she is in this pool but this corner is somewhat out of view). If Amaya ever let out a distress vocal from Makani's interactions at any time , Kalia will absolutely intervene. Also a firm reminder that I do take action against people who have reposted my photos and footage without permission.
There's a cool Environmental Enrichment Device in place at Shamu CloseUp that Makani and Amaya really enjoy! It's a motion sensor water spray that turns on for two minutes if the orcas are active at the surface in a specific spot in the pool. The beginning of the video shows Makani breaching in order to turn it on, then he and Amaya immediately swim over and interact with the water spray.
Makani and Amaya (Killer Whales) at SeaWorld San Diego on 6/14/15.
Do not use without permission.
Негізгі бет Makani and Amaya Playing with the Automatic Water Spray (6/14/15)
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