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Explains how man affects the survival of life in the sea. Discusses traditional and primitive methods of catching marine creatures used by native fishermen of the Bahama Islands. Demonstrates the use of the spear, pole, hook, bully net, hook and handline, trap, and haul net. Shows how the fishermen's skills are based on a knowledge of the relationship between living creatures and their environment. Emphasizes the value of skill and knowledge of the Bahamian fisherman compensating for the lack of modern fishing equipment.
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