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Fishing with cormorants - China
Fishing with cormorants - China. Date: circa 1910s
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Fishing with Cormorants: A Traditional Method from China's Past (circa 1910s) This photograph captures a moment in time from China's rich past, showcasing the unique and ancient fishing technique of 'Cormorant Fishing.' The image, taken in the early 1900s during the Chinese Republic era, depicts a skilled fisherman and his tame cormorants at work on a tranquil lake. The fisherman, dressed in traditional clothing, holds a long pole with a fish trap at its end. His cormorants, trained to catch fish for their human companions, swim alongside him, their heads adorned with wooden rings to prevent them from swallowing their catch. As the fisherman lowers the pole into the water, the cormorants dive in and use their powerful beaks to capture fish, which are then retrieved by the fisherman. This traditional method of fishing, which dates back over a thousand years, was once common along the Chinese waters of the Yangtze and Qiandao lakes. The practice is believed to have originated during the Tang Dynasty and was considered a symbol of wealth and status. The use of cormorants allowed fishermen to catch fish in deeper waters, expanding their catch and providing sustenance to communities. This photograph is a testament to China's rich cultural heritage and the ingenuity of its people. It offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing a time when humans and animals worked in harmony to provide for their communities. Today, this ancient practice is mostly preserved as a tourist attraction, offering visitors a unique and unforgettable experience.
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