For orca left in limbo, zoo resorts to sexual stimulation to stop inbreeding

Published: 8/23/2025
For orca left in limbo, zoo resorts to sexual stimulation to stop inbreeding
Marineland Antibes resort stimulates male orca to prevent inbreeding while unresolved discussions persist on the fate of the orcas post-zoo closure. The male orca, Keijo, is being periodically sexually stimulated by trainers as a way to manage his increasing sexual urges and prevent inbreeding with his mother, Wikie. Amidst international debates and rehoming challenges, concerns are raised about the welfare of the orcas and the delays in finding a suitable sanctuary for them, revealing ongoing ethical and logistical complexities in marine wildlife conservation efforts.