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RIP: Kavna, The Baby Beluga Whale That Inspired The Iconic Children’s Song, Has Passed

Amelia McDonell-ParryAugust 8, 2012 //
RIP, Baby Beluga

Well, it’s a sad day for Mother Nature and for my childhood. Kayna, the baby beluga whale who inspired the children’s song, “Baby Beluga,” made famous by Raffi (remember Raffi?!) has passed away at age 46. She was known to be the oldest beluga whale in captivity in North America. May she forever “swim so wide and swim so free.” Remember her in song, after the jump! [Buzzfeed] Keep reading »