Marineland belugas that died in Chicago had chronic inflammatory disease, preliminary necropsy findings show

Preliminary necropsy findings reveal that the two beluga whales, Peekachu and Rain, who died after being relocated from Marineland to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, had chronic inflammatory disease. This discovery sheds light on the health issues these animals faced, suggesting they were already unwell before the move. The deaths underscore the challenges in managing the health of marine animals during such large-scale relocations and raise questions about the care provided by Marineland prior to their transfer. This incident highlights the complexities of marine animal welfare and the importance of thorough veterinary assessments during relocations.