Magnolia Pictures
SeaWorld reported earnings of $0.43 per share, less than the $0.59 that was expected by analysts.
Second quarter revenue also missed expectations, coming in at $405.2 million against expectations for $445.29 million.
Attendance at the company's parks increased modestly, rising 0.3% against the prior year to 6.6 million.
"We were pleased to report attendance growth in the quarter despite a challenging industry and competitive environment and a tough comparison to the prior year quarter," said SeaWorld CEO Jim Atchison.
This report comes about a year CNN's controversial documentary "Blackfish," which brought to light questions regarding the treatment of Orca whales.