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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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Since 2003, the gigant humbodlt squid got to the cold waters of the central part of Chile. It came with a strong hot current, but in time the squid stayed and prospered. Eventualy devouring most othe fish left from industrial fishing , the traditional fishermen saw in this the last nail in their business coffin.
In time, they developed a method to capture this creature and now is the most important product.
The traditional fishing in Chile is a dangeous business. A lot of fishermen have died in recent years ( some of them eaten by the squids, the fishermen say ). Their light vessels are made of fiber glass and in case of an acident they depend on the rapid response of the navy and their friends in order to survive.
The Chinese fishing nets at Fort Kochi, located in the Kochi city of Kerala, make up a very popular tourist attraction.
Since 2003, the gigant humbodlt squid got to the cold waters of the central part of Chile. It came with a strong hot current, but in time the squid stayed and prospered. Eventualy devouring most othe fish left from industrial fishing , the traditional fishermen saw in this the last nail in their business coffin.
In time, they developed a method to capture this creature and now is the most important product.
The traditional fishing in Chile is a dangeous business. A lot of fishermen have died in recent years ( some of them eaten by the squids, the fishermen say ). Their light vessels are made of fiber glass and in case of an acident they depend on the rapid response of the navy and their friends in order to survive.
Balancing dreams and toil, one step at a time. The worker on his chariot, a modern-day knight navigating the urban landscape
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Taken off the coast of north-west Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands.
This image is one of over 300 images of the Solomon Islands featured in the book SOLO: life in the Solomon Islands by Tom Perry. More info: www.tomperry.com.au.
By the dry season the munduruku people do greats journeys using a kind of poison to stun the fish ("komupi'ip" - in munduruku and named "timbó" in amazon region).
The root are smashed in the water and a great amount of fish are catched. The fish are passed by the fire (roasted and smoked) to conserve the flesh ("iyo yoy" in munduruku and "moquear" in portuguese).
Timon Lumagavu uses a traditional no-bait fishing line, consisting of a stone, a palm leaf and a chicken feather. When the stone hits the reef floor, Timon gives the line a pull, the stone and banana leaf releases and he jigs the chicken feather back towards the boat.
Taken off the coast of north-west Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands.