Why These Islanders Hunt Dolphins

The call of a conch shell roused the dolphin hunters on Fanalei Island in the Solomon Islands, where the villagers rely on dolphin teeth as currency to buy land on higher ground due to climate change threatening their sinking home. The hunt for dolphins, their most profitable resource, is both a cultural tradition and a means of survival for the community, with the teeth shared among families and used for important ceremonies. Despite concerns about sustainability and the impact on dolphin populations, the villagers prioritize their own survival in the face of rising seas over the continuation of their traditional hunting practices.

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