Techniques and methods to catch yellowfin tuna
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Fishing is tricky and requires knowledge, skill and patience. We cast our
It was a memorable day, landing 36 black trevallies In 2016, there were thousands of black trevallies, which we call kalho haandhi, all over my island, Fuvahmulah. Every day, fishermen
Reef fish inhabit beach fishing spots on some islands, making it easy to catch them using various fishing methods. Islands with lagoons, long reef flats, and low wave activities around
We have a rich tradition and culture: intricate craftsmanship and indigenous ways of inventing vessels to sail and use the surrounding sea. Our forefathers have explored and successfully used various
This is a true story of an incident that happened in Fuvahmulah Giant trevally (GT), or locally known as maamudu or Muda handhi, is a powerful predator of the sea. This
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The multi-talented fisherman
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I am going to write about one of the most talented fishermen
Bizarre way of catching the convict surgeon
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There are fish that are extremely difficult to catch – even using
Catching Oriental sweetlips
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The quiet and tranquil existence of this colorful fish is complemented by
‘Medun’ fishing, awaiting large predators on the shore
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Our exotic islands are right in the middle of the Indian Ocean,
Things to consider when choosing lure colors in fishing
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I have written an article about lure colors in fishing. It has
Beach fishing for bluefin trevally
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To catch bluefin trevally, I use the same tackles. But I normally
The ‘jerking’ method of reef fishing
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One of the most thrilling and distinct methods of catching reef fish
What are stickbaits?
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Stickbaits are hard plastic or wooden lures. These are tapered, streamlined, and
The desperate method of catching squirrelfish for survival
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No matter the circumstances, humans always find a way to survive. The
This unique Riptide 105 tuna lure is like no other.
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Some fish species prey on smaller fish as well. With the correct
Skirted lures for yellowfin tuna
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Skirted lures can maneuver in different ways. An all-rounder in cricket can
Three important actions of a diving popper
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Diving poppers have thinner faces and a slimmer body structure. The
The artistic fishing method of pole-and-line fishing
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Maldivians depend on fishing for survival. It plays a vital role in
Beach fishing for bigeye trevally
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Bigeye trevally has a distinct large eye, pointed snout, and curved head.
Catching Common blue stripe snapper
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If you are able to catch a common blue stripe (dhon reendhoomas),
Longline Reef Fishing
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Longline fishing, also known as “leynu elhun,” is another interesting way to
How to catch giant trevally in Maldives
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To catch this powerful predator, we use 200 to 500lb monofilament with
Multiple black trevallies were landed on one fishing line
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In 2016, there were thousands of black trevallies, which we call kalho
Inspiring method of catching lobsters with fire in Fuvahmulah
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Beach fishing to catch Kawakawa
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Beach fishing also involves variety of techniques to catch reef fish. I
Factors to consider when catching yellowfin Tuna
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Yellowfin tuna can be caught using many techniques and methods. And there
Land the ‘beasts’ from the island
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Reef fish inhabit beach fishing spots on some islands, making it easy
Live baits to catch Yellowfin tuna
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Ahmed Firaq (Obei), Ahamadhkalo, the brilliant and adventurous fisherman, and I usually
The “giant” grouper that my late uncle caught
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Rafeeqbe, my late uncle, had one of the most famous fishing stories
Catch this lightning-fast fish with ease.
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Barracuda, also known as theylhi in our dialect, is one of the
The unique method of catching kattelhi fish
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Promethean escolar, Kattelhi in our dialect, is a special fish found in
Extreme-water sixfinger threadfin fishing
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One day in 2011, I hurried to reach the harbor of our
Call the tuna from the depths
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Testing with advance technology and inventing modern aerodynamic features in lure making
Drop-stone fishing
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During the early days, fishermen on our island, Fuvahmulah, used coral stone
Actions of poppers
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Popping is a fishing technique associated with the lure or popper and
Scientific facts about lure colors in fishing
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Jonathan Balcomb, a British-born, US-based scientist and author who has written extensively
Catching humpback snapper
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We used to go to Thoondu, the northern beach of Fuvahmulah, at
Trolling for catching yellowfin tuna
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Trolling is a method of fishing where the boat drags, pulls or
Giant trevally that dragged a man into deep sea
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This is a true story of an incident that happened in Fuvahmulah
Chumming for yellowfin tuna
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We have a rich tradition and culture: intricate craftsmanship and indigenous ways
How we catch small spotted dart and blue sea chub
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Thin monofilament line of about 10 to 20 lb with small
Popular colors and profiles for catching yellowfin Tuna
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Fishing with lure is exciting. Jigs, poppers, stick baits, skirted lures, soft
Fishing for blue sea chub can be stressful
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Catching blue sea chub (in our dialect, we call it kerandiemaha) is difficult
Common surface poppers
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Hammer Head—one of the best Japanese lures. And one of the best GT