Bonnie - orca
In April 1968, a group of six orcas was captured off the coast of British Columbia. While awaiting purchase, one of them managed to escape. Marine World Africa in Redwood, California acquired two of the larger female orcas.
 Bonnie the orca at Marine World. Photo by Pat Hathaway via Inherently Wild | |
| Sex | Female |
|---|---|
| Died | Janurary 24, 1968 |
| Cause of death | Birth complications |
| Captured at | Garden Bay, British Columbia, Canada |
| Capture age | Approx. 15 years |
| Pod | A5 |
| Capture date | April 1968 |
The two females, named Kianu and Bonnie, faced difficulties in consuming food while being held in the bay, resulting in a decline in their health. During a routine examination, it was discovered that both Kianu and Bonnie were unusually large, indicating possible pregnancies. Unfortunately, the arrangements for their relocation had already been made.
On June 9, 1968, both females were transported to Marine World. Approximately 35 days after their arrival, Bonnie went into labor but tragically gave birth to a stillborn calf. Sadly, Bonnie died 15 days later due to complications from the birth.