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Underwater Netting

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The all operation starts with a quick briefing  and task allocation on the surface (photo on left) and soon the net starts being laid

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As the net is deposited on the bottom of the reef divers start holding it firmly in place using broken pieces of coral. The diving equipment is diverse and colorful. No fancy masks or flippers. A track suit and pair of plastic sandals will do it.
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The setting of the net is quickly done with the help of "runners" that with the lungs empty move like space walkers
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The net is now set and the divers gather all on the tidal reef. A few jokes and laughs help the diver to catch a breath and give time for the fish to return to the calm before the storm
 

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