A horrifying video has been shared on social media showing an orca swimming in a tiny pool at an aquarium.

Animal activist and co-founder of UrgentSeas, Phil Demers, visited the park, Mundo Marino in Argentina, where he allegedly filmed the footage.

The 45-year-old says he specifically visited the site to bring awareness to Kshamenk, a captivated Orca who has been living at the park since 1992.

He later shared the video on social media, (@walrs_whisperer), where it has so far gathered 959,000 views, horrifying viewers.

“Kshamenk was captured from the wild and brought to the park to accompany another Orca, Belen,” Phil, from Niagara Falls, Canada, claims, speaking to Jam Press.

“Sadly, Belen died in 2000 after pregnancy complications, leaving Kshamenk to live with only two dolphins.

“His sperm has been sold several times to SeaWorld to impregnate orcas.

“The Argentina government refuses to release Kshamenk or export him out of the country.

“He appears to be losing weight and is more lethargic in recent videos causing growing concerns for his well-being.”

In the video, which was filmed on 25 September 2023 and more recently shared online, Kshamenk can be seen in a small, round pool, barely big enough to fit his size.

He appears very still, floating in the middle of the pool, as a dolphin swims around him.

Another singular dolphin can also be seen in a murky, green pool.

Kshamenk, a 35-year-old captive orca is observed languishing in decrepit and ever deteriorating conditions,” the post was captioned.

“He’s been stuck in this tank since his 1992 capture from the wild.

“Unless Kshamenk is rescued soon, he too will die tragically and senselessly.

“We must fight for Kshamenk!”

The Instagram post has over 13,135 likes, as well as 1,290 comments from shocked users.

Jen said: “This is horrifying. No animal should live like this.”

Someone else commented: “Imagine being locked in a white padded room for 50 years since you were a baby. No education. This is a jail. Solitary confinement.”

Lindsi added: “This is so awful. He can’t even move around.”

Ana wrote: “This is so sad and heartbreaking.”

“Immoral to the highest degree. #FreeKshamenk and GLOBAL BAN these damn parks, already. There are literally thousands on thousands of other things to do than spend ticket money on these hell holes,” said Mickey. [sic]

“What about the dolphins too,” added Monae.

“These animals are meant to live in the ocean, not in that damn tank.” wrote Val.

“This is so so sad. Complete torture,” commented Daniele.

Phil added: “A campaign to outlaw his current captivity is gaining momentum in Argentina by local activists, so bringing awareness and sharing his story surely supports their efforts.

“It breaks my heart to see Kshamenk’s conditions.

“He needs to be rescued.”

Jam Press has contacted Mundo Marino for comment.

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