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Hunt or protect? The debate over Baltic Sea seals | DW Documentary
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Decades ago, gray seals in the Baltic Sea were considered virtually extinct, mercilessly hunted by humans. Thanks to a hunting ban, the population recovered. Now, they’re making life difficult for fishermen.
Decades ago, humans had nearly wiped out gray seals. But now, the animals are making life difficult for fishermen in the Baltic Sea. One of Latvia’s last fishermen is responding with bite-res…
Decades ago, gray seals in the Baltic Sea were considered virtually extinct, mercilessly hunted by humans. Thanks to a hunting ban, the population recovered. Now, they’re making life difficult for fishermen.
Decades ago, humans had nearly wiped out gray seals. But now, the animals are making life difficult for fishermen in the Baltic Sea. One of Latvia’s last fishermen is responding with bite-res…
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