The submarine was built by Bebe's owner, Steven Lawyer, who said the bird went into the device 'willingly' and was 'not stressed'. The homemade contraption was extensively tested before use, according to Lawyer. It featured a food-grade safe container equipped with a 3000PSI paintball air cylinder filled with heavily filtered air.
A needle valve controlled air flow, and a one-way outflow valve let air bubbles out. Lead weights on the outside helped with buoyancy, and an oxygen meter monitored conditions. 9 metres).
It is completely authentic. This is what you saw him in in the video – this is the 'Bebesphere'. This was a homemade contraption, extensively tested before Bebe ever went into the water with it.
The submarine provided a steady stream of oxygen. After the adventure, Bebe flew over the waves before returning to his companion. Lawyer made a separate video insisting the clip was not made by AI.
However, PETA criticized the stunt, saying the owner forced the bird underwater for views. Some social media users also criticized it as irresponsible. A friend of the owners said Bebe is an extremely adventurous bird.