I think a large portion of this is mythology and culture. Fish has been squarely "Food" for humanity since pretty much day one. Mammals are easier to anthropomorphize and we have more complex relationships with.
Also as an interesting contrast, imagine if those fishermen were posing with a dead orca or whale and the reaction that would garner.
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Date: 2013-02-23 11:41 pm (UTC)Also as an interesting contrast, imagine if those fishermen were posing with a dead orca or whale and the reaction that would garner.