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[edit] Orca/Killer Whale?

Someone just changed all mentions of orcas to killer whales. I know virtually zilch about Shamus so could someone confirm that this is correct? SandBoxer 04:55, 10 September 2005 (UTC)

Killer whale and orca are different names for the same thing. However, orca is the more scientific name (as they are dolphins and not actually whales) and is the name of the article on Wikipedia about them. --βjweþþ (talk) 16:18, 10 September 2005 (UTC)

Ive changed it back to orca because that is the more corect name and also the pageorca refrers them to that.

Once again someone has changed it killer whale, someone needs to sort out this =\ SandBoxer 21:47, 25 December 2005 (UTC)

I changed it back to orca, and after the first instance of the word added "killer whale" in parentheses. I also removed all instances of the word "whale" by itself. Hopefully it'll stay that way. Lomaprieta 10:01, 27 July 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Units?

The article mentions 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Maybe this should be changed to the metric unit. Is there a standard which units to uns in Wikipedia?

I added Celsius in parentheses. SandBoxer 21:49, 25 December 2005 (UTC)


[edit] Shamu Show

I did a copyedit on the most recent inclusion, but I'm wondering if so much detail should be here in the first place. Is there a page on the shows specificially that this information can be moved to? If not, do we really need to know all this stuff? Lomaprieta 08:59, 24 August 2006 (UTC)

  • It looks to me like the page is about the show, so where else would you put it? It's hard to make the page about Shamu the whale, since it's just a stage name and can refer to any number of whales. Vectro 17:21, 24 October 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Believe

This section seems to have some degree of speculation about the motivation of the Sea World management in creating the show. I've never seen it, so I'm not really qualified, but IMHO it would be best to rewrite this section, sticking to the facts about the show itself, plus summary of the show's critical reception. Vectro 17:21, 24 October 2006 (UTC)

Also the Shamu night shows should be split it to separate section. SeaWorld San Antonio is not the only park with a night show, here in San Diego we have had "Shamu's House of Douse" and currently have "Shamu Rocks", which is essentially a light hearted show with tricks timed with popular music. Patriotism is also common here in San Diego and is an image Anhiesuer Busch (parent company) also frequently uses. Before every Shamu show in San Diego, Miltary members and family are invited to stand and be recognized . http://www.herosalute.com/ Jyuichi 03:59, 3 July 2007 (UTC)

I've slightly rewritten the patriotic part of the Believe section, as indeed the Anheuser-Busch video is also shown in San Diego. I don't know if this is also the case in Texas, so I have left that part out. Seen as Anheuser-Busch sponsors the whole SeaWorld franchise, chances are high. Could someone verify? Ajunne (talk) 15:45, 24 May 2008 (UTC)

[edit] Fair use rationale for Image:Shamulogo.jpg

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[edit] The Original Shamu

I would like to see information added to this article regarding the original Shamu. Numerous guests are confused over the stage name and actual history of SeaWorld's first orca. She is the reason behind SeaWorld's success and definitely deserves the credit! I have searched the internet and created the following paragrpah. "Shamu is the name of the first female orca ever captured, in which she was supposed to be a companion for Namu. Hence, the name Shamu means friend of Namu. Shamu is 100% Southern Resident orca whom was likely born in 1961 and captured in Puget Sound in 1965. Shamu and Namu resided in the care of Seattle Marine Aquarium, but both orcas experienced social conflicts. Shamu was then obtained by SeaWorld San Diego on December 20, 1965. She performed in several shows and eventually died on August 23, 1971. Although today, "Shamu," "Namu," and "Ramu" are stage names given to all of the orcas residing within the SeaWorld parks. However, the first Baby Shamu is Kalina, which is the first surviving orca born in captivity. Respectively, her parents Katina and Winston were bestowed the names Namu (Katina) and Ramu (Winston). Furthermore, Grandbaby Shamu is given to Kalina's first calf - a son named Keet." If anyone does not disagree, I would like to add my paragraph to the Shamu article. Furthermore, I would greatly appreciate if anyone would like to add more information to this paragrpah concerning the history of the original Shamu. Thanks! SWF Trainer 22:59, 27 September 2007 (UTC)

[edit] Shamu Rocks - Music

I am trying to compile the soundtrack listing for the Shamu Rocks show at the Orlando park. If anyone can contribute, it would be much appreciated. Here's what I have so far:

[edit] Preshow Music

Various upbeat rock music is played from the time stadium seating is opened until about 10 minutes before the show start time. The video screens display "Shamu Rocks" logo until that time, then they alternate showing various audience members.

[edit] Show

(order might be incorrect)

If anyone can add to the list, I would really appreciate it. I will try to remember the music alot better the next time I am there. Thanks. Ajjammer (talk) 03:49, 4 April 2008 (UTC) Edit:

  • Added "Free Ride", added "You Really Got Me", and rearranged order of songs. Ajjammer (talk) 15:36, 4 April 2008 (UTC)