It would appear that Seaworld has finally realised that keeping Orcas is akin to elephants in circuses, something that should be banished to history. I see that they have now announced that they will stop their breading programme and that this will be the last generation of Orcas in their parks. They will also phase out all of the shows by 2019.

This is great news for me, as I now feel that I can go to Busch Gardens on my trip next week (I still won't be visiting Seaworld!)

Let's hope they take the last step and move these magnificent creatures to sea pens where at least they can have a bit more space and sense of freedom.