#whalehunt — Public Fediverse posts

The return of whale hunting in Iceland stirs public debate.

Lacking market opportunities, the last whaling company still in operation decided not to use its fishing quotas for 2024 and 2025.

But during summer 2026, the company Hvalur hf. killed more than 50 whales, reigniting discussions over a total ban.

https://mediafaro.org/article/20260907-the-return-of-whale-hunting-in-iceland-stirs-public-debate?mf_channel=mastodon&action=forward

#Iceland #Whaling #Fishing #Hunting #WhaleHunt #Hvalur

#Iceland suspends annual #WhaleHunt in move that likely spells end to controversial practice

Decision comes after a government report found the hunt does not comply with Iceland’s #AnimalWelfare Act
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/jun/21/iceland-suspends-annual-whale-hunt-in-move-that-likely-spells-end-to-controversial-practice
#Environment #Whales #Sustainability #Conservation

Iceland suspends annual whale hunt in move that likely spells end to controversial practice | Iceland | The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/jun/21/iceland-suspends-annual-whale-hunt-in-move-that-likely-spells-end-to-controversial-practice

Hopefully!

#Whaling #WhaleHunt #Iceland