Traditional Hunting

WHS inscribed on natural criteria where local inhabitants are allowed to hunt and kill significant protected species as part of their "way of life"

World Heritage Sites connected to 'Traditional Hunting':

  • Ilulissat Icefjord Narwal, Musk Ox, Seals, birds etc. (No motorised support allowed)
  • Ngorongoro Ritual lion hunting (Ala-mayo) was banned in the 1970s but Masai are allowed to kill lions in retaliation against wildlife attacks; link
  • Shirakami-Sanchi Bear Hunting by "Matagi" ; link