Trawl Nets

Trawl nets are large fishing nets designed to be dragged through water behind a boat, catching fish and other marine life over a wide area. Commercial and recreational fishers use different trawling methods depending on what they're targeting, where they're fishing, and local regulations. Understanding how trawl nets work, where they're deployed, and what species they catch helps explain modern fishing practices and their effects on different waters.

The articles here cover the mechanics of various trawl net types, the regions and seasons where trawling occurs, what regulations govern their use, and how different trawling methods compare. You'll find information about bottom trawling, mid-water trawling, and the specific conditions that make certain waters suitable for this approach to fishing.