stuðningsnetanna
Staðningsnetanna, or "support nets," are traditional Icelandic fishing gear primarily used for catching small pelagic fish such as capelin, herring, and mackerel. These nets are characterized by their fine, mesh-like structure, which allows them to target smaller fish efficiently while minimizing bycatch of larger species. The design of stuðningsnetanna enables fish to enter easily but makes escape difficult, thus increasing the catch rate.
Historically, support nets have been a vital part of Icelandic fisheries, especially in coastal communities. They
Support nets serve both for direct harvest and as a method to concentrate fish for subsequent capture
In recent years, technological improvements have led to more efficient and environmentally friendly support nets, including
Overall, stuðningsnetanna are a significant part of Icelandic fishing heritage and continue to be used today,