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White-fish fisheries: fishing boats off Dysart, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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White-fish fisheries: fishing boats off Dysart, 1862. Creator: Unknown
White-fish fisheries: fishing boats off Dysart, 1862. The over-fishing of our white fish is not...confined to any one variety...The prevalent ignorance as to the habits of the white fish has helped the diminution of the shoals. Up till within the last few years it was supposed by both naturalists and fishermen that fish of all kinds wandered about in vast bodies from coast to coast; but this is not the case. All fish are local in their habits, and live in communities much in the same way as human beings...In May and June, all along the coasts of these islands, there starts to life a determined industry that has, so to speak, been but drowsily awake during the winter months. In Scotland, where the seas are tempestuous in the cold season, and where the men have to wait on genial weather, these months are usually selected as the best time really to begin the white-fish fishery. Besides, in the early months of the year the white fish are spawning, and therefore not good for food, although we have them at market all the year round. The busy industry we have indicated can be seen to the greatest advantage on the Scottish coasts, as the fisheries are one of the chief natural resources of Scotland'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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This photograph, titled 'White-fish fisheries: fishing boats off Dysart, 1862,' offers a glimpse into the bustling white-fish fishery off the coast of Scotland during the early 19th century. The image, created by an unknown photographer, captures a fleet of traditional fishing boats, anchored in the calm waters of Dysart harbor, as fishermen prepare their nets for the day's catch. At the time, the white-fish fishery was a significant industry in Scotland, providing a livelihood for many coastal communities. However, as the caption from the Illustrated London News of 1862 explains, the over-fishing of white fish was a growing concern. The text notes that the prevalent ignorance about the habits of white fish had contributed to the diminution of their shoals. The caption goes on to describe how the white-fish fishery came to life each year, with May and June being the best months to begin the season. The fishermen waited for genial weather, as the seas were tempestuous during the winter months in Scotland. Furthermore, the white fish were spawning during these early months and were not considered good for food, despite being available year-round at market. The photograph and the accompanying text offer a fascinating insight into the white-fish fishery of Scotland during the mid-19th century, a time when the industry played a crucial role in the country's economy and way of life. The image also serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding the natural habits of fish stocks to ensure their long-term sustainability.
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