seal hunter
Polar marine harvester
A seal hunter is a person who hunts seals, typically for their fur, blubber, or meat.
The practice has deep roots in Arctic indigenous cultures, where it remains a traditional subsistence activity.
Commercial seal hunting, especially of harp seal pups, has drawn international controversy and animal rights opposition: Seal hunters in Newfoundland defend the annual hunt as an economic necessity.
- blubberMarine mammal fat
- harpoonBarbed spear for whales
- peltsFurred animal skins
- subsistenceMinimal means of living
- ethical debatesDisputes about right conduct
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- Huntersbowhunter, nimrod, archer, fowler, falconer
- trappersfur trapper, pelter
- Polar Jobsglaciologist, climatologist, base commander, station manager, expedition leader