Gillnet

usgb/ˈɡɪl.nɛt/
noun

A type of fishing net that catches fish by entangling them in the mesh, typically used to catch various species of fish.

Fishermen set gillnets along the river to catch salmon during the spawning season.
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  • set a gillnet
  • gillnet fishing

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Fishing Methods

Gillnets are common in both freshwater and saltwater fishing, often used by commercial fishers.

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Many fish are caught in gillnets, but it's important to consider alternatives to reduce bycatch.
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Sustainability

Using gillnets requires knowledge about local fish populations to avoid overfishing.

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Monitoring fish catch rates is vital when using gillnets to ensure sustainable practices.
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Environmental Impact

Gillnets can have negative effects on marine wildlife, leading to unintentional catch of non-target species.

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Fishermen should use gillnets with proper mesh sizes to minimize bycatch.
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