Canada’s first whale conceived and born in captivity dies at Vancouver facility
VANCOUVER — The first beluga whale born in captivity in Canada has died at the Vancouver Aquarium.
The facility said 21-year-old Qila’s sudden death Monday has left her mother Aurora adjusting to the change.
“We will miss her immensely,” the aquarium said in a statement.
A spokeswoman said a necropsy was expected to be done Monday.