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For one Utqiaġvik family, spring bowhead whaling marks an important milestone

Utqiaġvik, Alaska, United States

The article describes a Utqiagvik family's significant milestone in catching the first bowhead whale of the spring season, amidst challenges posed by climate change affecting sea ice stability.

Alaska Public Media

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