1
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Japan
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Whales have been historically hunted in Japan for food and products and hold cultural and traditional significance.
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36
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2
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Western countries
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Whales are highly valued and protected in Western countries for tourism and admiration.
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24
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3
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Traditional whaling cultures
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Whales hold cultural significance and are hunted for subsistence and traditional purposes in traditional whaling cultures.
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18
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4
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marine biology research community
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Whales are a subject of extensive study within the marine biology research community for their behavior, communication, migratory patterns, and ecological impact.
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14
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5
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United States
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Whales are celebrated, protected, and the focus of conservation efforts and tourism in the United States.
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12
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6
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North America
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In North American culture, whales are revered, protected, and associated with environmental conservation and tourism.
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11
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7
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India
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In India, whales are revered as sacred animals and protected from hunting due to religious and conservation beliefs.
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7
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8
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whale
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Europe
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In Europe, whales are revered as majestic creatures and frequently associated with marine conservation efforts and tourism.
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5
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9
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whale
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Pacific Northwest Indigenous Cultures
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Whales are culturally significant to Pacific Northwest Indigenous Cultures and are hunted for subsistence, as well as incorporated into art and mythology.
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4
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10
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marine conservation
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Marine conservation efforts revere and protect whales as symbols of conservation and ecosystem health.
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4
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11
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inland countries
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Inland countries traditionally hunt whales for valuable resources, but rarely encounter them due to their geographic location.
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3
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12
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nautical cultures
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Whales are revered as majestic creatures and valuable resources in nautical cultures.
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3
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13
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Deep-sea enthusiasts
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Deep-sea enthusiasts are fascinated by the majestic and captivating nature of whales, driving their exploration of the deep sea.
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2
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14
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Eastern
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In Eastern cultures, whales are culturally significant and receive attention when found dead.
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2
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15
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Maritime Culture
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Whales are of immense cultural importance in maritime culture and traditions.
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2
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16
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whale
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Scandinavian
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Whales have historically been valued for materials and food in Scandinavian culture, but ethical concerns have reduced their use.
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2
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17
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whale
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coastal communities
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Whales are culturally significant and provide food and resources for coastal communities.
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2
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18
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whale
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fishing communities
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Whales have been historically hunted by fishing communities for resources and sustenance and are viewed as part of their cultural heritage.
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2
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19
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zoology
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Whales are studied in zoology for their social behaviors and vocalizations.
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2
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20
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Buddhist countries
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Whales are considered sacred and protected in Buddhist countries due to religious beliefs.
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1
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21
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Environmental conservation perspective
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The concept of protecting whales is supported from an environmental conservation perspective as they are seen as an important part of marine ecosystems.
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1
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22
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whale
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Fishing communities in Japan
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Whales were historically hunted and consumed by fishing communities in Japan for food and material.
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1
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23
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whale
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environmental advocacy community in the United States
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Whales are a protected species in the United States, and efforts are made to conserve and prevent hunting.
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1
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24
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land-based culture
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Whales are revered and protected in land-based cultures, but scientific research on them is limited.
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1
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25
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marine exploration culture
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Whales are protected and studied as majestic creatures in marine exploration culture for scientific research.
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1
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26
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seafaring nations
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Whales are revered and respected by seafaring nations, with hunting and eating whale meat considered taboo.
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1
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