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Parakeet Bebe Goes Viral for Underwater Submarine Adventures

4/12/2026

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Bebe the parakeet explores underwater in a custom-built submarine called the Bebosphere, built by owner Steven Lawyer, diving up to three feet.
Lawyer claims Bebe enjoys these adventures.
The bird has accompanied Steven Lawyer on 15 skydives.
A video of Bebe's underwater exploration has gone viral.
Critics, including Late Show host Stephen Colbert, question the portrayal of Bebe's experiences and agency.

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Story summary

Bebe the parakeet explores underwater in a custom-built submarine called the Bebosphere, built by owner Steven Lawyer, diving up to three feet.
Lawyer claims Bebe enjoys these adventures.
The bird has accompanied Steven Lawyer on 15 skydives.
A video of Bebe's underwater exploration has gone viral.
Critics, including Late Show host Stephen Colbert, question the portrayal of Bebe's experiences and agency.