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Rescued Walrus Calf Annautaq Arrives at SeaWorld Orlando

Five-month-old Annautaq entered a planned 30-day quarantine, and SeaWorld has not announced when guests will be able to see him.

Walrus calf Annautaq beside an animal care team member at SeaWorld Orlando
Image Credit: SeaWorld Orlando

Rescued Pacific walrus calf Annautaq has arrived at SeaWorld Orlando after rehabilitation at the Alaska SeaLife Center.

SeaWorld said the five-month-old calf weighs about 220 pounds. He is receiving up to six bottle feedings a day and round-the-clock care during a planned 30-day quarantine.

Annautaq will be introduced to the park’s resident walruses at a pace set by his care team. SeaWorld has not announced when guests will be able to see him.

Sources: SeaWorld Orlando and United Parks & Resorts.

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