It happened on Saturday in front of a crowd during a performance of the Flipper Dolphin Show. A cell phone video shows the trainer struggling to stay alive as the dolphin, Sundance, dragged her underwater and then pushed her forward. The Seaquarium completed its research, which found that the gymnast accidentally scratched Sundance with her hand. According to the Seaquarium, it was likely to be painful for the dolphin and it escaped and then swam back to the trainer. “A dolphin and a trainer accidentally collided in the water on Saturday while performing a normal behavior on the Flipper Show. It was an awkward interaction for both of them and the dolphin reacted by pulling out the routine and hitting the trainer,” a statement from the Miami Seaquarium. The coach, who was not seriously injured, managed to get out of the water. “Our family is expanding to include the animals we care for, our team members and our guests. Although there is no obvious serious injury, careful monitoring and follow-up evaluations will ensure the best care for everyone,” she said. announcement. The dolphin was not injured. PETA, which tried for years to let the Seaquarium release Lolita orca, condemned the incident. “It’s time for the Miami Seaquarium where desperate dolphins desperately need protection and workers are in danger. again in noisy broadcasts and no one else will be hurt, “said Jared Goodman, PETA Foundation’s Adviser on Animal Law. Earlier this month, Lolita retired after appearing and performing for nearly 50 years. USDA granted to MS Leisure Company Inc. – owner of the Miami Seaquarium – exhibitor license provided that Lolita and Lii, a white-faced dolphin, would no longer appear.
