Is SeaWorld really putting an end to its killer whale shows?

Animal rights campaigners say the US marine park's announcement is little more than window dressing

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SeaWorld, the American chain of aquatic theme parks, will begin phasing out a number of its killer whale shows amid mounting criticism of its treatment of the marine animals – but critics and animal rights groups warn that this is not enough.

The company has recently come under pressure from animal rights activists, politicians and celebrities to end the controversial displays, particularly in the wake of the damning 2013 documentary Blackfish.

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