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Fish market Tuna fishing is a fundamental part of the economy and Seychelles is home to the Indian Ocean Tuna (IOT) factory, one of the largest tuna canning plants in the world. Tuna make an annual migration right through the midd...

By Lawrence Hislop

Fish market It so happens that Tuna make an annual migration right through the Seychelles, making it ideally placed for Tuna fishing. The Indian Ocean Tuna (IOT) factory, one of the largest tuna canning plants in the world, is house...

By Lawrence Hislop

Fishing vessels at port In the Seychelles the fishing industry is thriving, especially Tuna fishing. Commercial fishing is now at a point where it is as strong an industry in the region as tourism.

By Lawrence Hislop

Preparing dogs for crossing sea ice The lead dog in a sled team is highly valuable to the musher and is often considered family.

By Lawrence Hislop

Heading out for seal hunting Greenland sled dogs are covered in a coat of thick, fine wool. They require a 50% fat intake in their diet to develop a thick layer of insulation against the harsh Arctic conditions.

By Lawrence Hislop

Seal hunters near Ilulissat, Greenland Seal hunting is only legal in 5 countries: Greenland, Norway, Nambia, Russia and Canada. Traditionally, seal hunting, whaling and fishing have been the basis of the economy for the local Inuit population. Hunting in summ...

By Lawrence Hislop

Dogsledding near Uummannaq, Greenland, May 2009 Commonly, dog sled teams are made up of Husky, Malamute or Canadian Inuit Dogs and are required to show endurance and speed, travelling together up to 150km per day, often in poor conditions.

By Lawrence Hislop

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