Aquarium’s star whale shark shocks visitors — because it turned out to be a robot
Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the water park: A Chinese aquarium was ripped by angry fans after its much-hyped giant shark was revealed to be a robot. The “deep”-fake occurred at the Xiaomeisha Sea World in Shenzhen, which opened on Oct. 1 following a five-year renovation, Jam Press reported.
China aquarium’s fake whale shark slammed by angry visitors
Guangdong province, opened on Oct 1 but was quickly slammed for its high prices, long queues and poor conditions for its marine life. Much of the criticism centred on the star attraction: a “mechanised whale shark”.
Aquarium visitors say they feel cheated by ‘whale shark’ that isn’t all it seems
Aquarium visitors say they feel cheated by ‘whale shark’ that isn’t all it seems - Xiaomeisha Sea World says Chinese law does not allow keeping real whale shark
Chinese Aquarium's Star 'Whale Shark' Turns Out To Be A Robot, Visitors Outraged
Excitement quickly turned to disappointment as visitors discovered the 'whale shark' was a mechanical imitation.
'Shark-struck': Chinese aquarium criticised for using robot instead of real Whale Shark
Xiaomeisha Sea World in Shenzhen faced backlash for showcasing a mechanical whale shark after five years of renovations. Critics highlighted the robot's visible gaps and the high entry fee of $40, expressing disappointment on social media.
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