A viral video shows a SeaWorld orca splashing feces at surprised onlookers. This unexpected behavior has captured attention online.
Viral video captures SeaWorld orca deliberately splashing feces on onlookers
Recently, a surprising and messy event took place at SeaWorld in San Antonio, Texas, when a killer whale made a splash literally.
During an orca performance, the whale caught visitors off guard by defecating in the water and splashing the crowd with its waste.
The incident occurred in the splash zone, an area designed for guests who want to get wet from the orca’s jumps and tricks.
However, the audience got more than they expected.
A video of the event shows the whale swimming near the surface before releasing feces into the water.
After doing this, the orca leaped out of the water and landed back with a big splash, sending the waste flying onto the spectators.
One visitor, Samantha King, described the moment as shocking.
“We thought we would get wet from the show, but not like that,” she said.
“It smelled awful, and some people were gagging.”
The video of the orca’s actions quickly went viral, with many people sharing their reactions online.
In the footage, a young boy can be seen turning around in disgust after being splashed by the whale.
Reactions from the public
Many social media users had mixed feelings about the incident.
Some suggested that the whale was trying to communicate its discomfort with being in captivity.
And this is why you don’t sit in the splash zone, one user said.
No one should be going to sea world, period. If they aren’t making money they won’t keep that horror show going.
Every ticket you buy keeps those poor animals in captivity, the second user commented.
Anyone who still thinks Seaworld is a ‘nice day out’ totally deserves to be covered in, the third user said.
I don’t feel bad for them at all !! I do feel bad for those poor whales !! They don’t belong in captivity doing tricks !!! Another wrote.
Just think… if he was out in the wild, this wouldn’t be an issue! Someone said.
Orcas are known to be highly intelligent animals.
They can exhibit behaviors similar to those of a 15- or 16-year-old human.
Their brains are large, weighing about 15 pounds, which adds to the debate about their captivity and treatment in marine parks.
SeaWorld responded to the incident
After the shocking event, SeaWorld staff took immediate action.
Visitors who were splashed were directed to a decontamination area of the park. There, they were provided with soap, towels, and bottled water to clean up.
SeaWorld later issued a statement expressing regret over the incident.
“We regret this unfortunate event and are taking every step to ensure the safety and comfort of our guests,” the statement read.
The park emphasized that their team followed established protocols to minimize health risks.
They also stated that they would review their procedures to prevent similar situations in the future.