I wholly disagree with that sentiment. They would be better off free in the ocean. We don't need to keep an eye on them. They aren't like great white sharks randomly swimming along the shore taking bites out of people. No. They're too smart for something so lowest-common-denominator as that. Yes, they're called "killer" whales for a reason, but you have nothing to fear from releasing them from captivity and enjoying all that the deep blue sea has to offer those beautiful creatures. Speaking of beautiful, I wonder if they share any relationship with panda bears, genetically speaking. They're very different except for the whole black and white thing. And what gives with that whole look anyway? Yes, it's badass and cute, but how does that fit into the whole natural selection deal? How does being black and white make you fitter? Hmm.

Did you ever see Free Willy? You couldn't have. Anyone who's seen that would never endorse keeping these beautiful, intelligent creatures in a cage, much less doing it just to "keep an eye on them." FOR shame!

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1. Killer Whales are closer to dolphins. REALLY big dolphins.
2. These are juveniles. Kids play.
3. Don't slow down dude. There are motherfuckin' killer whales chasing this motherfuckin' boat.

Did you know that killer whales never get cancer? It's true. Because they eat shark fins. Science.

Wow...that thing is huge! Hard to even comprehend.

Here some more information, and part of the reason why they arent extinct:

Sunfish live on a diet consisting mainly of jellyfish, but because this diet is nutritionally poor, they consume large amounts to develop and maintain their great bulk. Females of the species can produce more eggs than any other known vertebrate. Adult sunfish are vulnerable to few natural predators, but sea lions, killer whales, and sharks will consume them.

"Hi! I'm Sammy! Did you know there's a killer whale under you?"

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killer whales have to eat as well

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Ya, it's all ohhs and ahhs, then the screaming starts. Seriously, they are called killer whales for a reason, they will eat your face if they think it looks sealy enough.