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California whaling industry shows guarded growth and regulation
The San Francisco area hosts a small California whaling fleet centered at Del Monte with three boats, operating April through November near the Farallon Islands. Regulated by the International Convention for the Regulation of Whaling since 1946, rules cover whale size limits, mother-calf protection, and strict record keeping, aiming to prevent depletion while supporting fishermen and by products like meat oil bone and fertilizer. Shrimp news and a casual aside on conservation follow, noting variable landings and ongoing dockside work.
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United States
Larry
California
Moby Dick
San Francisco
del Monte
San Francisco Bay
Golden Gate
Farallon Islands
International Covention
Gulf of Mexico
Seafood Mart
Gulf Shrimp Co
JoJo
Aquarius
Pride of Pass Aloutre
Ocean Bride
Sandra
Sea Witch
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Sport
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Frankie E
Ann Lucy
G. O Broussard
Miss Gina
Magic Valley
Lou Jean
Barto No. 1
Ewing Ce. Co