Lamalera’s rich oral history stretches back even earlier than 1410-–the year the people arrived on Lembata and began whaling in the Sawu Sea, a deep migratory channel for sperm whales and rich in other marine life. Here traditional whaling is carried out with a huge dose of bravery from small boats powered by oars and rattan sails. The most dangerous job is performed by the “Lamafa” who leaps off the boat with the grace of a ballet dancer and the strength of an Olympic diver, using his body to embed the harpoon in the whale.
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