Let's do some fishing..

This tool is called "Meedar"(ميدار) in Arabic. It is traditionally used in the gulf region for fishing. It simply consists of a thread with a lead weight and a hook attached to its terminal end.

 

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Camera: Nikon D80

Exposure: 0.006 sec (1/160)

Aperture: f/5.6

Lens: Nikkor 18-135mm AF-S f/3.5-5.6

Focal Length: 135 mm

ISO Speed: 200

Exposure Program: Aperture priority

Filter: Circular Polarizer

Date and Time (Original): 2009:01:16 14:40:23

Software: Adobe Lightroom 2

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