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(Created page with "Sex: Female Date of Birth: Born October 9, 2005 Age at Capture: Captive born On October 9, 2005, a captive-born female orca named Kayla gave birth to her first calf, a female named Halyn, at SeaWorld Texas. However, Kayla, who lacked experience as a mother, immediately rejected Halyn and displayed no interest in her calf. In fact, Kayla's behavior became aggressive towards the newborn. Consequently, the staff had to intervene, separate the pair, and...") |
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Halyn was kept away from public view in the animal care section of the park. To provide temporary companionship, a female Bottlenose Dolphin was introduced to her. The staff created a formula using Kayla's milk, which was then used to bottle-feed Halyn. She required feeding every two hours, and constant monitoring was necessary. | Halyn was kept away from public view in the animal care section of the park. To provide temporary companionship, a female Bottlenose Dolphin was introduced to her. The staff created a formula using Kayla's milk, which was then used to bottle-feed Halyn. She required feeding every two hours, and constant monitoring was necessary. | ||
At three months old, Halyn was moved back to Shamu Stadium where she was introduced to the other | At three months old, Halyn was moved back to Shamu Stadium where she was introduced to the other orcas through the gates. | ||
In 2007, Halyn had the opportunity to meet her father, [[Keet - orca|Keet]]. Unfortunately, she would never have the chance to meet her mother, as Kayla had been transferred to the Orlando park in 2006. | In 2007, Halyn had the opportunity to meet her father, [[Keet - orca|Keet]]. Unfortunately, she would never have the chance to meet her mother, as Kayla had been transferred to the Orlando park in 2006. | ||
On June 15, 2008, Halyn passed away suddenly due to acute necrotizing encephalitis—a condition characterized by inflammation and swelling of the brain. | On June 15, 2008, Halyn passed away suddenly due to acute necrotizing encephalitis—a condition characterized by inflammation and swelling of the brain. | ||
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