If you don't know, there is a lot of controversy over this Chinese custom of de-finning sharks and letting them go to die. The fin is used in a delicacy soup, which is highly demanded at weddings, in order for the host not to lose face. This practice is considered cruel and unethical to some, but part of a tradition, and just another crop to be harvested by others. The problem is, the de-finning along with other factors is vicariously depleting the shark population, and they are facing extinction, due to overharvesting. They are an important part of the marine cycle. And please remember, hundreds of human deaths are caused each year by DOG bites, while just a few by sharks, who get a bad rap. So the question is, do you have any information on the actual cultural history behind this tradition that might be used to debase culture as a reason for this bullying? I can't find anything online. Thanks!
2006-09-08
08:14:24
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