Kalastusvõrkude

Kalastusvõrkude, a Finnish term often translated to fishing nets, encompasses a wide variety of nets used for catching fish. These nets are a fundamental tool in both commercial and recreational fishing, employing diverse designs and materials to target different species and fishing environments. The construction of a fishing net involves weaving threads, traditionally made from natural fibers like hemp or cotton, into a mesh of specific sizes. Modern nets often utilize synthetic materials such as nylon and polyethylene, which offer greater durability, resistance to rot, and strength.

The effectiveness of a fishing net depends heavily on its mesh size, which is carefully chosen to allow smaller, undersized fish to escape while retaining the target species. Different types of nets exist, including gillnets, which entangle fish by their gills; seines, which are large nets dragged through the water to encircle schools of fish; and cast nets, which are thrown by hand over a school of fish. The placement and deployment of these nets are critical, with methods varying based on water depth, currents, and the behavior of the fish being sought. Fishing nets have been used for millennia, evolving significantly in technology and efficiency over time, and remain a vital component of global fisheries.