The Dolphin Hunters

Why Do People Hunt Dolphins?
Until recently, many people were unaware that dolphins were being slaughtered in Japan and other parts of the world. Why do people hunt dolphins? In this article, we take a look at some of the primary reasons: meat, money, pest control and hundreds of years of cultural history. Are these reasons enough to continue the slaughter? It's up to you to decide.

Questions About Dolphin Hunting
How does it happen? Which dolphin species does it affect? Is anything being done to stop it? Find out!

The Dangers of Dolphin Meat
Are people who eat dolphin meat putting their lives at risk? Learn why dolphin meat has such high levels of deadly mercury.
Photos of the Dolphin Hunt
WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT. Want to know what really goes on in the "Cove" in Taiji, Japan? See photos of the dolphin hunt.

The 10 Targeted Dolphins
Not one, not two, but 10 dolphin species are targeted by dolphin hunting. Meet them all, and find out where they're most at risk.