November 19 marked the 15th drive of the 2015-2016 Taiji dolphin and small whale slaughter. Three hours into the hunt, and as the first boats were heading into the harbor, the fleet suddenly turned back out to sea and separated into two formations. The ruthless Taiji fishermen found the first pilot whales of the season!
Hours later, approximately 69-74 pilot whales were netted into the killing cove and held overnight. A sign posted in the water declared these highly intelligent beings to be the "property" of the Isana Fisheries Association.
The slaughter began early the next morning.
Hours later, approximately 69-74 pilot whales were netted into the killing cove and held overnight. A sign posted in the water declared these highly intelligent beings to be the "property" of the Isana Fisheries Association.
The slaughter began early the next morning.