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Human Planet: Hunting a Sperm Whale
The hunt for a mighty sperm whale is underway in Indonesia. The Lembata islanders know the risks involved with going after such dangerous prey, but opportunities for food don't come much bigger than this.
Added: Apr 1, 2011
Views: 26300 Views
Runtime: 02:40
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