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Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium False killer whale leaps out of tank

Discussion in 'Japan' started by kiang, 11 Jul 2010.

  1. kiang

    kiang Well-Known Member

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    Images have been released of a false killer whale at the aquarium, jumping out of its tank, staff quickly wrapped the animal in a wet blanket, and successfully lifted the animal back into its tank.
    Of course the media are portraying the incident as an escape attempt by the whale.

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  2. Chlidonias

    Chlidonias Moderator Staff Member

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    would a whale really try to escape by jumping into a crowd of Japanese people? :D

    I thought it was interesting how the other Pseudorca and dolphins gathered at the viewing window to watch the one on the ground outside (anthropomorphistically, as if to see if s/he was alright).
     
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