LA's Own Marineland

Tag: pilot whales

  • Pt. 3: Hello Hollywood, Bye Bye Bimbo

    Pt. 3: Hello Hollywood, Bye Bye Bimbo

    On episode three, we’ll discuss how Bimbo the pilot whale’s continuing troubles led Marineland staff to make a tough decision about his future. We’ll also look into the growing business of killer whale capture and retrace the beginnings of one of Marineland’s most iconic landmarks, the sky tower.

  • Pt. 2: A Whale of a Star

    Pt. 2: A Whale of a Star

    On the second episode of “LA’s Own Marineland,” Bubbles the whale makes her debut at the park, turning around its fortunes and making headlines around the world. Later, a potential star attraction is reeled in in the Newport Beach harbor and we’ll meet one of the most beloved Marinelanders, trainer Art Thomas.