Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru (SP)

Mangaluru, Jan 28: Fishing is an adventurous profession and 'Beesubale', the swinging net, can safely be considered as a boon for all seasons. Under this system, nets are specially made, after which proper lead weights are applied before tying ropes all around and spreading the nets far and wide.

Beesubale fishing is possible even when there is strong wind and the sea is tumultuous, or when the environment is volatile. People can undertake this fishing by standing on riverbank or small boats. Doing the high tide, because of the force water, the fishes reach the banks when this kind of fishing reaps rich rewards.

A fishermen with experience and skills can earn a livelihood on the basis of this net. When rare specifies of fishes are caught, the families can earn handsomely. Several families have become financially strong by depending on fishing conducted from the riverbanks. Moreover, this kind of fishing is conducted all through the year.