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[JSerpa]

(Jan 2016) - Bamboo stalks on a traditional boat about to be used in an Acadja—a method of artisanal fishing widely used in Lake Nokoué, Benin. Acadjas usually cover large areas, sometimes as large as two soccer fields. The branches used are normally palm tree fronds or bamboo stalks. These branches are first transported by truck to improvised docks near lakeside villages. They are then loaded into big traditional boats, carried to the middle of the lake, and finally installed by sticking them vertically to the bottom of the lake.   The actual fishing takes place 8 to 9 months after the branches are installed, when the fishermen encircle the acadja with nets, remove the branches, and proceed to catching the fish in what used to be their eating grounds.

[Tronhard]

This is the second of your images I have enjoyed and must say you produce both great shots and very interesting subjects, made even more so with the contextual material.  Thanks so much!!

[JSerpa]

Trevor, Thx so very much for your nice words. Cheers.