These traditional traps are used by local fishermen to catch live fish and crustaceans like crabs and lobsters.
This trap was woven with bamboo strips and rattan fibers, and would have taken considerable time and skill to make. The design of these traps varies according to local tradition.
This one is barrel-shaped with a tapering entrance like a cone that allows the quarry to pass easily in one direction only.
The trap does not require attendance and is typically left in shallow waters for a day or more, after which the fisherman will check its contents.
Bunaken Marine Park is a very popular dive destination, famous for its beautiful coral reefs, vertical walls, and marine biodiversity.
Further north at Bangka, the reefs are covered in spectacular soft corals that thrive in the strong currents which are typical in the area.
Matthew Oldfield is a freelance photographer based in Bali, Indonesia, specializing in editorial and documentary images from both above and below the waves. He works primarily with charities, NGO’s, and other organizations working to conserve the environment, endangered species, and disappearing cultures.
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