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National Shamu The Whale Day is celebrated in the United States.
It is celebrated by all the whale lovers who want to protect the captive orcas and free them in SeaWorld.
The National Shamu The Whale Day first started on September 26th, 1985, as the first surviving baby Shamu was born in captivity on that day.
The SeaWorld started this celebration to raise awareness about whales in captivity.
Shamu, the Whale Day celebration, is celebrated on September 26, each year to raise awareness of Killer whales, Orcas safety and honor the SeaWorld orca shows 'Shamu.' Shamu is popular among all. Shamu was an Orcas (killer whale) that appeared at SeaWorld San Diego shows conducted in the mid-'60s. She was caught in October 1965. She was the fourth Orca captured in captivity and the second female Orca. She performed for six years and ended her life in August 1971. Even after her death, the name 'Shamu' continued to be used for different Orcas in SeaWorld shows. Orcas have hard miserable life; they are starved to get trained. Until 1971, an incident happened when Annette Eckis, who was employed in the park for a publicity stunt, was riding on her back, was bitten by the Orca, and was injured. Many such incidents took place.
Shamu was a famous whale in the SeaWorld shows conducted by SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment. Everyone enjoyed the show, and it was fun to watch. This day is celebrated in honor of Shamu and gave a chance for people to visit the SeaWorld Parks and enjoy the performances from other killer whales. The whales become aggressive when kept in captivity as they lose their freedom and stay away from their babies; these animals are maltreated and exploited in the name of entertainment, which needs to be stopped. Many organizations conduct public awareness on wildlife conservation on social platforms, and few donate to organizations dedicated to helping marine mammals.
The National Shamu the Whale Day is a day to raise awareness about Orcas. Orcas are beautiful creatures and should live in the deep blue ocean. So, the best way to celebrate September 26th is to spread awareness about the whales living captive by social media, support whale conservation groups by donating or joining help save orca ad other SeaWorld Species, or watch documentaries about orcas instead of going to the parks.
Shamu died on August 16, 1971.
This day signifies the splendor and heroics of remarkable orcas in the SeaWorld shows.
Wild Orcas are better in their natural habitats; however, people can find them in shows organized by SeaWorld Parks.
National Shamu The Whale Day is an honor given to 'Shamu,' the first female Orca for her performance at SeaWorld San Diego, who died a heroic death.
By joining and supporting whale conservation groups and helping them save orcas suffering in captivity.
On this day, awareness can be brought via social media about the captive whales, post articles, or information from groups dedicated to whale conservation.
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| September 26, 2020 | Saturday |
| September 26, 2021 | Sunday |
| September 26, 2022 | Monday |
| September 26, 2023 | Tuesday |
| September 26, 2024 | Thursday |
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We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
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