Why Does the Faroe Islands Kill Whales?

The meat and blubber of the pilot whale are a traditional part of the islanders' diet that is shared within the community. The blubber can also be processed for oil, which has traditionally been used to light fires and for medicinal purposes.

Do the Faroe Islands kill dolphins?

The Faroe Islands has defended its decades-long tradition of chasing dolphins or whales towards the shore and slaughtering them on beaches. The slaughter has been a part of the archipelago's tradition since the ninth century, and the meat and blubber are shared within the community.

What is the purpose of a whale grind?

"The grind": Stacey Dooley investigates a controversial, bloody whale hunting tradition. Campaigners call it cruel and outdated. Whalers and locals say it's a traditional way of gathering food from nature, like any other meat.