Makah Tribe in Washington state waits on approval to hunt a grey whale
Makah Tribe in Washington state waits on approval to hunt a grey whale

A whale tail showing above the water as the whale dives.

Some Canadians are concerned over a whaling application that would allow the Makah Tribe in northern Washington to hunt one whale a year off the coast of its traditional territory. Scientists say there is little risk to the grey whale population if the permit is approved.