Fishing vessels are cool. Like boats and stuff, haha
Yeah they are, and they're a big part of the world economy. There are over 4 million vessels dedicated to fishing. Crazy, right?
Absolutely insane! That many boats, JUST for fish?!?
Fishing vessel
A fishing vessel is a boat or ship used to catch fish in the sea, or on a lake or river. Many different kinds of vessels are used in commercial, artisanal and recreational fishing.
The total number of fishing vessels in the world in 2016 was estimated to be about 4.6 million, unchanged from 2014. The fleet in Asia was the largest, consisting of 3.5 million vessels, accounting for 75 percent of the global fleet. In Africa and North America the estimated number of vessels declined from
" had "a deep cockpit, a chair fitted for landing big fish and leather pockets for placing the pole."
It is difficult to estimate how many recreational fishing boats there are, although the number is high. The term is fluid, since most recreational boats are also used for fishing from time to time. Unlike most commercial fishing vessels, recreational fishing boats are often not dedicated just to fishing.
- Fishing kayaks have gained popularity in recent years. The kayak has long been a means of accessing fishing