Fiskemetod

Fiskemetod is a term used in Scandinavian languages to denote a technique or method used to catch fish and other aquatic organisms. It describes the gear, tools, and practices employed by fishers and can apply to both marine and freshwater settings. The concept is widely used in fisheries science, management, and industry to categorize approaches to harvesting.

Methods are commonly divided into passive and active categories. Passive fiskemetoder rely on gear left in the water to capture fish, such as nets (gillnets, set nets, seine nets), trawls, and various types of traps and pots. Active fiskemetoder involve the fisher actively pursuing or striking the fish, using methods like rod-and-line fishing, handlines, trolling, spearfishing, and harpooning. Within these broad groups, methods can vary by target species, habitat, and scale—from small-scale artisanal fishing to large commercial operations.

Environmental and regulatory considerations are central to discussing fiskemetoder. Gear selectivity, bycatch, and habitat impact influence management decisions, including gear restrictions, mesh-size rules, seasonal closures, and catch quotas. Technological advances in materials, electronics, and automation have transformed many fiskemetoder, increasing efficiency while raising concerns about sustainability.

In practice, different regions and cultures have developed characteristic fiskemetoder shaped by available species, coastline, and traditions. The term remains a general descriptor for the wide range of techniques used to harvest fish across the world.