Algonquin - orca

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Algonquin was a male orca born on December 18, 1999, at Marineland Ontario. He was the fifth calf of a female orca named Nootka V and was sired by Kandu VII. Algonquin’s birth took place in the newly built tank complex called Friendship Cove.

Algonquin
SpeciesOrcinus orca
SexMale
BornDecember 18, 1999
Marineland Ontario
DiedAugust 13, 2002
Marineland Ontario
Cause of deathTwisted intestine
Parent(s)♀ Nootka V ♂ Kandu VII
Age at death2 years

He had a curious and friendly nature, which made him less inclined to perform for audiences. Algonquin formed a bond with his half-brother, Hudson, who was just one year older.

On August 13, 2002, Algonquin was found lifeless at the bottom of the tank. The cause of his death was determined to be a twisted intestine.

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