Her Story

Takara was born tail-first on July 9, 1991 shortly after 12:00 PM PDT. Her mother Kasatka had gone into labor during a show. Takara's birth was only one of a few that the general public was allowed to witness.

In November 2000, Takara was artificially inseminated. The donor was a male named Tilikum at SeaWorld Orlando. On May 3, 2002, Takara gave birth to a baby girl named Kohana.

In April 2004, Takara and Kohana were moved to SeaWorld Orlando. Takara was paired with a male named Taku*. On November 23, 2005, Takara gave birth to her second calf, a son named Trua.

Where You May Have Seen Her

July 9, 1991 - April 24, 2004 (SeaWorld San Diego, USA)
April 24, 2004 - Present (SeaWorld Orlando, USA)

What She Looks Like


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Her Known Family

Mother: Kasatka
Father: Kotar*
Half-sisters: Kalia
Half-brothers: Keet, Keto, Nakai
Nieces: Kalia, Halyn
Daughters: Kohana
Sons: Trua

* = Deceased