Scientific whaling

Scientific whaling refers to the practice of hunting whales under the guise of conducting research. Some countries, like Japan and Norway, utilize this loophole in international whaling bans to capture whales supposedly for scientific study. Proponents argue it helps gather data on whale populations and health, while critics claim it's a cover for commercial whaling, as the meat is often sold. This controversial practice raises ethical questions about conservation, the validity of the research conducted, and the implications for whale species already threatened by other human activities.