ScienceAugust 29, 2026
trawls
TRAWLZ
Definition
Large, cone-shaped fishing nets that are towed along the seafloor or through the water column to capture fish.
Etymology
Derived from the Middle English word 'trollen', meaning to roll or wander, which likely traces back to the Middle French 'troller', meaning to prowl or wander in search of game.
In the news
The article discusses the researchers' efforts to study and design new types of trawl gear, and documents their dangerous work filming these nets underwater to observe fish behavior.
Underwater pioneers
Read the full article ↗Fishing News