whaling regulations

Whaling regulations are rules established to manage and protect whale populations from over-exploitation. These regulations are often enforced by international agreements, such as the International Whaling Commission (IWC), which aims to ensure sustainable whaling practices. Some species are fully protected, while others may have limited hunting quotas. Regulations also address whaling methods to minimize suffering and encourage research to monitor whale populations. The goal is to balance the cultural and economic interests of communities that hunt whales with the necessity of conserving these marine mammals for future generations.