fish basket

Woven catch holder

A fish basket is a woven container used to catch, hold, or transport fish.

Traditional designs allow water to drain while keeping the catch secure.

Fish baskets also serve as traps—submerged with bait, their funnel-shaped openings let fish enter but not escape.

He pulled the fish basket from the creek and found three catfish inside.

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G