Sunrise Fish Traps ~ Borneo Sustainability
First, thanks for taking the time to comment – your words mean a lot, and Wishing you all the best , Flickr friends. Now for a description of today's photograph.
On the way to Bako National Park (Sarawak, Borneo) in an open speed boat for a coastal nature walk, my group passed these unique fish traps. They are called 'bubu' and are an excellent example of traditional and sustainable fishing gear that sticks out of the water. Often made from bamboo or rattan, this makes them sustainable and adaptable to the local environment.
Designed with an entrance that allows the fish in, and then restricts them getting out, particularly overnight. They are then harvested at sunrise time.
The traps are also more effective in attracting the fish to them as they create a natural-looking barrier that attracts fish. Each bubu trap in the water is about 1.5 metres (5 feet) long, and acts like a fin to guide the fish in. The part above (as featured) holds the fish traps under the water. The technique has been passed down for centuries of cultural heritage.
(Online refs when one texts 'bubu')
NOTE: See also my shot " Time To Leave ~ Bako National Park, Borneo", with the culmination (and description) of the coastal nature walk this boat ride took us to (21 shots back).
Samsung S23 Ultra 5G Camera
Explore, May 23, 2025
Sunrise Fish Traps ~ Borneo Sustainability
First, thanks for taking the time to comment – your words mean a lot, and Wishing you all the best , Flickr friends. Now for a description of today's photograph.
On the way to Bako National Park (Sarawak, Borneo) in an open speed boat for a coastal nature walk, my group passed these unique fish traps. They are called 'bubu' and are an excellent example of traditional and sustainable fishing gear that sticks out of the water. Often made from bamboo or rattan, this makes them sustainable and adaptable to the local environment.
Designed with an entrance that allows the fish in, and then restricts them getting out, particularly overnight. They are then harvested at sunrise time.
The traps are also more effective in attracting the fish to them as they create a natural-looking barrier that attracts fish. Each bubu trap in the water is about 1.5 metres (5 feet) long, and acts like a fin to guide the fish in. The part above (as featured) holds the fish traps under the water. The technique has been passed down for centuries of cultural heritage.
(Online refs when one texts 'bubu')
NOTE: See also my shot " Time To Leave ~ Bako National Park, Borneo", with the culmination (and description) of the coastal nature walk this boat ride took us to (21 shots back).
Samsung S23 Ultra 5G Camera
Explore, May 23, 2025