The submarine was a homemade contraption, extensively tested before Bebe used it. It featured a food-grade plastic container equipped with a 3000PSI paintball air cylinder filled with heavily filtered air to provide a steady oxygen stream. A needle valve controlled airflow into the container, and a one-way outflow valve let air bubbles out, while lead weights on the outside helped with buoyancy and an oxygen meter allowed monitoring of conditions inside. The specific safety certifications or veterinary approvals for the design and Bebe's participation remain unknown.
Before the adventure, Bebe was fed and watered and entered the submarine willingly. After the 15-minute ride, Bebe was let out and spent time flying over the waves before returning to shore. How exactly Bebe's willingness was determined and any documented behavioral indicators are unclear, and the long-term health effects from this underwater exposure have not been assessed.
The video was shared on Instagram four days ago and received over 600,000 likes. Steven Lawyer made a separate video insisting the clip was not made by AI and was completely authentic. Some people criticized the stunt, arguing it was irresponsible and the parrot had no business underwater, with PETA stating that the bird trusts its owner with its life and was forced underwater for views. Others defended the stunt, saying Bebe is adventurous and enjoyed it. The exact location of the event and full context of Bebe's previous adventures are not specified.