Corky (orca)
Corky II on the slide out during the Shamu Show at SeaWorld San Diego. | |
| Species | Orca (Orcinus orca) |
|---|---|
| Sex | Female |
| Born | c. 1965 (age 59–60) |
| Years active | 1969–present |
| Known for | Oldest captive female orca as of 2024 |
| Parent(s) | Stripe (mother) (1948–2000) |
| Mate(s) | Orky II (cousin) (1962–1988) |
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| Weight | 3,855.535 kg (8,500 lb) |
| Height | 19 ft 8 in (5.99 m) |
| Named after | Female Orca named Corky (1965–1970) |
Corky II (born c. 1965), often referred to as just Corky, is a female captive orca from the A5 Pod of northern resident orcas. At approximately the age of four, Corky was captured from Pender Harbour off the coast of British Columbia on 11 December 1969. She has lived at SeaWorld San Diego in San Diego, California since 21 January 1987. As of 2024, she is the oldest and longest kept captive orca. SeaWorld San Diego celebrates her birthday on January 1st every year.