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Identifier: Fyke Trap
Instrument / Gear: Gear
Instrument Type: Traps and Pots
Description:

A fyke trap consists of a trap or bag that can be conical, cylindrical, rectangular, or a floating box that are held open by frames or hoops. Fyke traps are often outfitted with wings and/or leaders to guide fish towards the entrance of the actual trap.

Record Created: January 30, 2018 8:37 PM UTC by michael.chang@noaa.gov
Record Last Modified: January 30, 2018 8:37 PM UTC by michael.chang@noaa.gov
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