Release the killer whales!
Synopsis
On December 24, 2009, orca trainer Alex Hernandez was killed during a performance at Loro Parque in Tenerife, prompting his mother to campaign for their freedom.
Synopsis
Mercedes Hernandez stands at the Loro Parque theme park in Tenerife, where orcas perform for tourists. Her son, Alex, an orca trainer, died during a rehearsal on December 24, 2009, after a fatal attack by one of the whales. Since then, Hernandez has campaigned against the captivity of these animals, arguing that their confinement is inhumane. She seeks to raise awareness about the dangers of orca shows and advocates for their release into the wild, where they can thrive in their natural habitat.
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Why Watch
- Follow Mercedes's fight for orca freedom.
- See the emotional impact of losing a loved one.
- Meet the orcas in their natural habitat.
Did You Know
- Alex was killed by an orca during a rehearsal on December 24, 2009.
- The autopsy report confirmed Alex suffered lethal injuries from an orca attack.
- Loro Parque, where Alex worked, is a major tourist attraction in Tenerife.
- Orcas in the wild can travel over 100 kilometers in a single day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Alex, the orca trainer?
Alex was killed by an orca during a rehearsal for a Christmas show on December 24, 2009.
What does the autopsy report say about Alex's death?
The autopsy report indicates that Alex suffered a brutal orca attack, causing lethal injuries.
Where did Mercedes travel to see orcas in the wild?
Mercedes traveled to Vancouver Island, Canada's West Coast, to see orcas in their natural habitat.
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