Sakari, the newest member of our Shamu family in San Antonio, turned one year old today, January 7, 2011. Guests joined us for her celebration as Sakari, her mother Takara, and another female named Unna received birthday cakes made of frozen jello and whipped cream after shows this past weekend.

As Sakari gets closer to her eight month birthday she continues to learn and develop new skills daily. She grows more and more independent each day, too! Having a very curious nature, she will oft

Sakari, meaning “sweet,” is the newest addition to our killer whale family. Born to Takara on January 7, this little girl is growing and learning by leaps and bounds every day.

Recently Sakari has begun to explore her heightened sense of curiosity. Though she is still nursing, her mom has been sharing fish and Sakari has been playing with them quite frequently.