FISHING IN CAMBODIA

FISHING IN CAMBODIA

Cambodia has many naturally occurring lakes as well as rivers. These are good places for many sorts of fish both in saltwater and freshwater and all times, both in the wet season and the dry season. In the wet season, fisher men catch fewer fish in the dry season.

In the wet season, rainwater floods the Centre of the country, particularly around the Great Lake. The plants around the edge of the lake are covered by water, which can be quire deep in places. At this time, all sorts of fish to grow quickly, because they can feed on the various plants and insects in the water.

In October, the dry season starts and the water falls. This is the best time for fishing. The fishermen use all kids of tools to catch their fish. Fishing nets, fish traps and instruments made from bamboo are the sort of tools they can use.

The main areas where people catch fish are the Great Lake and the Tonle Sap River. Cambodia is famous for its freshwater fishing and every year exports fish to other countries.