Shamu
| Species | Orca (Orcinus orca) |
|---|---|
| Sex | Female |
| Born | c. 1961 |
| Died | August 16, 1971 SeaWorld San Diego |
| Years active | 1965–1971 |
| Known for | Namesake of the Shamu show |
Shamu /ʃæmuː/ (c. 1961 – August 16, 1971) was a female orca captured in October 1965 from a southern resident pod. She was sold to SeaWorld San Diego and became a star attraction. Shamu was the fourth orca ever captured, and the second female. She died in August 1971, after about six years of captivity. After her death, the name Shamu continued to be used in SeaWorld "Shamu" shows for different orcas in different SeaWorld parks.