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Ancient whale trap discovered beneath Norwegian seabed Marine archaeologists have uncovered a striking piece of Norway’s past on the seabed off Øygarden, near Bergen—a large, carefully constructed stone formation believed to be around 1,000 years old and ...

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"Researchers believe the stone formation once formed the base of a larger trapping system made from wooden barriers and ropes. These would have guided whales—most likely minke whales—into a confined area where they could be more easily hunted."

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once again, i tell you that NORWAY IS F*CKING EVIL & MURDEROUS

these cruel greedy bastards murder whales to sell their flesh for DOG FOOD in norway & japan!

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It shows a photograph of a woman standing on a cliff and looking out to sea.

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In communities where many men worked at sea, long voyages were common and shipwrecks were a real risk.

It was not unusual for families to go months without news, so having a high vantage point made it easier to scan the horizon for incoming vessels.

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Norway is truly EVIL

Minke #whales should be swimming freely through the ocean, not targeted with explosive harpoons to keep a dying industry alive.

#Norway’s expanded 2026 #whaling quota is a shameful step backward.

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Four centuries of commercial whaling eroded 11,000 years of population stability in bowhead whales Although bowhead whales remained genetically stable through 11,000 years of Holocene environmental change, commercial whaling upended this long-term stability, driving population subdivision and genom...

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Past intensive whaling threatens the future of bowhead whales A unique collection of prehistoric bowhead whale bones, dating back 11,000 years, reveals a previously untold story of the relative impacts of humans on nature. The time series of ancient fossils show that commercial hunting of bowhead whales, which spanned 400 years and ceased less than a century ago in 1931, has left irreversible destructive traces in the species' genetics. This could have serious consequences for the long-term vulnerability of the species.

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Bowhead whales remained stable for millennia before centuries of whaling • Muser Press A long-term analysis of bowhead whale populations suggests that centuries of commercial hunting are associated with lasting biological changes not seen during

Bowhead #whales stayed genetically stable for 11,000 years — until commercial #whaling began. A Cell study links centuries of hunting to long-term declines in genetic diversity, raising concerns about the species’ future resilience. #Genomics #Climate DOI: doi.org/10.1016/j.ce...

Japan Expands Whaling as Vulnerable Whales Face Extinction

Fin whales & other species are still being targeted as #Japan prepares its next #whaling season. This cruelty is unnecessary & out of step with science & public opinion. Take action & demand an end to whaling. #EndWhaling #SaveWhales bit.ly/4r13AKJ

Taiji’s Drive Hunt Season Has Ended On February 28, Dolphin Project can confirm that the main part of the 2025-26 dolphin drive season ended. The smaller beaked dolphin species including bottlenose, striped, rough-toothed, spotted, and Pacific white-sided can now safely pass by the coast of Taiji. Based on observations over the past seasons, pilot whales are still in danger and may be targeted through the end of April. While the hunter’s focus has shifted to fishing, especially for the popular bonito, they may attempt to drive in a pod of pilot whales, if they are spotted. Sadly, pilot whales are valuable for their meat, which is said to be very popular in the local region. **What changed this season?** Based on independent observations from within Japan, it is estimated that approximately 84 dolphins were taken captive, and 416 dolphins were slaughtered for their meat. Species included: striped dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, rough-toothed dolphins, Risso’s dolphins, melon whales and short-finned pilot whales. During the last month of the hunting season, Dolphin Project Cove Monitors were on the ground in Taiji. While there, a number of observations were recorded. Captures decreased slightly from the previous season, but totals remained high, with the vast majority being bottlenose dolphins – the most popular species in aquariums. Sadly, the number of dolphins slaughtered increased, reversing the trend of declining figures over the past two seasons. There is no way to know the reasons for these changes, but capture figures show that demand is still strong. As for the slaughters, it is possible that the Kuroshio Current’s closer proximity to the coast this year brought dolphins nearer to Taiji. The current meandered in the previous season, which was thought to keep dolphins farther offshore. Marine life uses ocean currents to conserve energy as they move through the water, and dolphins follow their food sources along the current. Even though the slaughter totals increased from the previous season, the overall figures are small compared to historical data. In the 2017–18 season, the estimated total of dolphins slaughtered was almost twice as high. Although there could be several reasons for the decline over the years, the sustainability of slaughtering entire pods must be considered. Killing mothers and releasing calves and juveniles, whose survival rate is unknown, or killing calves and juveniles along with their mothers, and wiping out entire gene pools, are all possible factors in the decline. > “The brutality of the dolphin hunts in Taiji continues and bearing witness to that violence never gets easier. But this season, something shifted. The growing presence of Japanese activists showing up, raising awareness and pushing for change from within Japan has made incredible headway. Their courage is not only inspiring, it’s fuel. It reminds us that change is possible.” ~ Cove Monitor Alex Divers grab a bottlenose dolphin during a brutal captive selection process. Credit: DolphinProject.org Divers wrestle a Risso’s dolphin over to the skiff to be carried under the tarps. Credit: DolphinProject.org This season, Cove Monitors noted a decrease in the number of dolphin hunting boats, with the fleet dropping from 13 boats to 9 due to hunters joining offshore whaling activities and hunter retirement. However, a number of younger men could be seen participating in the drive hunts. Cove Monitors also saw hunters drive a large pod of bottlenose dolphins into the Cove, only to select none and release the entire pod, possibly suggesting that orders from the captive industry are for dolphins of a specific sex and age. There was also an increase in unsuccessful drives. In the past, it has been rare to see a pod escape once it was driven near the Cove. This season, there were more escapes than ever before. Although it is impossible to confirm the species, based on observations of past escapes it is likely that the majority were Risso’s dolphins. Risso’s can dive deep and hold their breath for about 30 minutes, and they always fight hard to escape the hunters. Hopefully, the dolphins are learning new techniques to evade them. There was also greater involvement by Japanese activists, including an increase in both their numbers and their efforts. When _The Cove_ movie first came out, it sparked a wave of protesters from the West. During the 2013-14 season, a single Japanese activist documented the entire season, another documented the 2016-17 season, followed by a few more in subsequent years. Now, there is a network of Japanese activists working hard to raise awareness within Japan. Blood is seen on the pectoral fin of a bottlenose dolphin being transferred in a sling. Credit: DolphinProject.org **What is Dolphin Project doing to help raise awareness of the drive hunts?** Dolphin Project is exploring new possibilities and ideas for supporting and working with Japanese activists, as we believe their efforts will have a huge impact on ending the dolphin drive hunts. There are still many people in Japan who are unaware of the hunts and have not made the connection between the dolphins they see “smiling” at shows and the reality of captivity. Deep-rooted educational efforts must take place within Japan, and it is crucial that these initiatives are led by Japanese activists. This work is already happening, as activists protest outside aquariums, hold educational events, post videos and information about both the drive hunts and captivity, and place signage in key areas to raise awareness. Dolphin Project is also continuing to work closely with Life Investigation Agency, utilizing effective approaches such as legal actions. Through legal victories, we have already learned valuable information about the sale of captive dolphins in Taiji, including the number of dolphins sold, sale prices, and the amount of time dolphins remain in captivity. Dolphin Project supports all activists within Japan who are working to help end these hunts. Japanese activist Rikako Fukumoto at the Taiji harbor as hunting boats head out. Credit: DolphinProject.org By documenting the hunts each year, collecting information, and supporting and working with Japanese activists, Dolphin Project hopes to develop strategies to help end them. Although supporters of the hunts often claim the dolphin drive hunts are part of Taiji’s traditions and culture, the town’s history states that while there were a few scattered hunts dating back to 1933, they did not occur on a regular basis until 1969, when the Taiji Whale Museum opened. The plan was to include exhibits on the history of whaling (since Taiji is considered the birthplace of modern whaling), as well as to display local dolphin species. Today, the hunts have evolved into a multimillion-dollar business feeding the global trade in captive dolphins. The human desire to get close to these incredible animals has created a large demand for live dolphins, as aquariums require them for displays. Business 101 teaches the fundamental concept of supply and demand. The dolphin drive hunts are a business, and they survive because of the demand for captive dolphins. Although the upward trend in captures isn’t good news, the fact that we have the power to change things is. Your power is in your wallet. If people simply refuse to support any business that holds dolphins captive, demand will drop dramatically. If demand drops, supply drops. While this does not directly address the slaughter itself, captive sales reportedly generate over 80% of the profits from the drive hunts. Imagine a business losing 80% of its profits – surely it would close down. Although no one knows exactly what it will take to end these hunts permanently, reducing the demand for captive dolphins would be a huge step in the right direction. That is why we continue to ask people around the world not to buy a ticket to a dolphin show. Change IS happening in Taiji. Let’s continue this momentum by coming together and being one powerful loud voice for dolphins. _Featured image: Risso’s dolphins swimming wild and free, Monterey, California. Credit: Cynthia Fernandez_ **LEARN MORE** about the dolphin hunts in Taiji, Japan.

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Norway’s Bloody Whaling Quota Climbs to 1,641 Minke Whales

🇳🇴 Bloody #Whaling Quota Climbs to 1641 #MinkeWhales
#Minke🐋 targeted in these hunts suffer prolonged deaths from explosive harpoons
Pregnant females are among those killed resulting in the deaths of unborn calves as well
🐋play a critical role in keeping #oceans healthy
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Event to highlight whaling cultural history, conservation The North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort will devote a full day to exploring whales and whaling from multiple perspectives, highlighting both the cultural history of whaling and today’s conservation efforts. The annual Whales and Whaling Symposium is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, March 20, followed by an evening program at 5:30 p.m. in the museum’s auditorium. The symposium was held at Fort Macon State Park last year while the Beaufort facility was undergoing renovations. The symposium is offered at no charge, but reservations are requested because there is limited seating. For more information or to RSVP, call call 252-504-7758 or visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com. “We wanted to create a program that looks at whales through many lenses: science, history, art and conservation,” Associate Education Curator Christine Brin, who coordinated the symposium, said in a release. “Whales have shaped coastal communities for centuries, and they continue to shape conversations about how we care for our oceans today.” The program begins at 10:15 a.m. with “NC Whales: Diversity, Distribution, and Conservation,” presented by Keith Rittmaster, the museum’s natural science curator and director of the Bonehenge Whale Center. Rittmaster is to discuss the 35 species of cetaceans, or the whales, dolphins,...

Event to highlight whaling cultural history, conservation
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Huge 1,000-Year-Old Stone Structure Found Underwater in Norway May Be an Ancient Whale Trap arkeonews.net/huge-1000-year-old-stone... 🐋 #Cetaceans #MarineMammals #MarineLife #MarineBiology #Whales #Science #Whaling

They caught and murdered this young minke whale👺💔Whales are protected species. There is a worldwide moratorium on whale hunting. These #SouthKorea criminals don’t give a damn🤬They should be hunted. #BanWhaling #StopFishing #Fishing & #Whaling = #Genocide & #Ecocide #LiveVegan if you care about life🙏

EIA and conservation partners unite to seek the end of commercial whaling - EIA We investigate and campaign against environmental crime and abuse

To mark this year’s 40th anniversary of the International Whaling Commission (IWC) moratorium on commercial whaling, EIA and a coalition of conservation and animal welfare organisations have joined forces to launch a global petition to end commercial #whaling.

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WALKABOUTSVERSE 204 OF 230 Poem 204 of 230:  ON FISHING REGULATION It’s not just what’s-taken     That needs regulation: Alive, caught fish suffer -     Sometimes...

Re ubiquitous fish farming, #whaling by Japan, Iceland & Norway; plus scallop dredging & fly fishing, my WalkaboutsVerse #poem "On #Fishing Regulation": walkaboutsverse.blogspot.co.uk/2010/04/walk...

Despite a 40-year ban on commercial whaling, Iceland, Japan and Norway persist in hunting these giants of the ocean.

Sign and share our new petition now at www.endcommercialwhaling.org to tell them it’s long past time to stop the cruel slaughter.

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“William Shorey, the only African-American whaling captain in Pacific coast history…described as a hero who battled typhoons and saved his crew from horrific disasters”

Our new petition aims to let Iceland, Japan and Norway know how the world feels about their cruel whaling - sign it at https://loom.ly/V4EwL4I & share it with family and friends.

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The World Banned Whaling 40 Years Ago. But These 3 Wealthy Countries Are Still Killing Whales The World Banned Whaling 40 Years Ago. But These 3 Wealthy Countries Are Still Killing Whales These three countries alone are suspected of killing nearly 45,000 whales since 1986, when commercial whaling was banned. George and Gracie, the animated humpback whales of Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home saved the planet from destructive aliens. In real life, whales might not have to deal with the aliens, but they still help protect the planet as skilled engineers of the ocean. They zip through deep waters, guzzling boatloads of fish down their bellies and releasing bubbly farts and poopy ribbons. These iron- and nitrogen-rich materials dissolve in surrounding waters, feeding tiny plants. Together with these plants, whales lock up enormous quantities of carbon in their bodies, thus creating a protective buffer for land-dwelling residents. Even their carcasses sitting on the ocean beds serve as nutritious food sources for the vast underwater population. Unfortunately, they have become victims of humans’ relentless hunting of late. Despite a global moratorium imposing a ban on commercial whaling, whales continue to remain threatened by the knife in human hands. Humpback whale breaching. (Image Source: NOAA Fisheries) Whales have been targets of humans for decades. They are slaughtered...

The World Banned Whaling 40 Years Ago. But These 3 Wealthy Countries Are Still Killing Whales
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NGOs condemn Norway’s increased 2026 whaling quota - Oceanographic Norway sets 2026 quota of 1,641 minke whales, framing commercial whaling as “sustainable ocean management” but NGOs strongly oppose the move.

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"Utterly Indefensible": Three Nations Continue To Kill Whales Despite Global Whaling Ban Turning 40 This Year

"Utterly Indefensible": Three Nations Continue To Kill Whales Despite Global Whaling Ban Turning 40 This Year
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EIA and conservation partners unite to seek the end of commercial whaling To mark this year’s 40th anniversary of the International Whaling Commission (IWC) moratorium on commercial whaling, EIA and a coalition of conservation and animal welfare organisations have joined forces to launch a global petition to end commercial whaling. Despite the global ban, the governments of three countries – Iceland, Japan and Norway – have sanctioned the killing of more than 45,000 whales since 1986. Their actions, with the support of a small group of IWC member countries, have consistently undermined the IWC’s efforts to protect whales and address the many threats they still face. In its heyday, commercial whaling caused catastrophic population declines, especially for large species such as fin, sperm and blue whales. Many were hunted to near extinction and are still struggling to recover today. Launched on World Whale Day (15 February), the End Commercial Whaling Coalition – www.endcommercialwhaling.org – is calling on all governments which support or permit commercial whaling to uphold the IWC’s moratorium and put an end to the commercial hunting of whales once and for all. EIA Senior Ocean Advisor Clare Perry said: “Overfishing, pollution, biodiversity loss and the accelerating impacts of the climate crisis are pushing marine ecosystems to their limits. “But whales...

EIA and conservation partners unite to seek the end of commercial whaling
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Japan Expands Whaling as Vulnerable Whales Face Extinction

Fin whales & other species are still being targeted as #Japan prepares its next #whaling season. This cruelty is unnecessary & out of step with science & public opinion. Take action & demand an end to whaling. #EndWhaling #SaveWhales bit.ly/4r13AKJ

Japan Expands Whaling as Vulnerable Whales Face Extinction

Fin whales & other species are still being targeted as #Japan prepares its next #whaling season. This cruelty is unnecessary & out of step with science & public opinion. Take action & demand an end to whaling. #EndWhaling #SaveWhales

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Japan Expands Whaling as Vulnerable Whales Face Extinction

Fin whales & other species are still being targeted as #Japan prepares its next #whaling season. This cruelty is unnecessary & out of step with science & public opinion. Take action & demand an end to whaling. #EndWhaling #SaveWhales bit.ly/4r13AKJ

Japan Expands Whaling as Vulnerable Whales Face Extinction

Fin whales & other species are still being targeted as #Japan prepares its next #whaling season. This cruelty is unnecessary & out of step with science & public opinion. Take action & demand an end to whaling. #EndWhaling #SaveWhales bit.ly/4r13AKJ

Japan Expands Whaling as Vulnerable Whales Face Extinction

SIGN! Fin whales & other species are still being targeted as #Japan prepares its next #whaling season. This cruelty is unnecessary & out of step with science & public opinion
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