Comparative Evaluation of Different Types of Otter Boards in Small Scale Trawling Operations
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Authors
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Shibu A.V.
School of Industrial Fisheries
Cochin University of Science and Technology
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Shahul Hameed M.
School of Industrial Fisheries
Cochin University of Science and Technology
Keywords:
Otter boards, construction costAbstract
The cost of construction of different types of otter boards viz., flat rectangular, 'V form and oval slotted otter boards were compared and repair and maintenance charges for each type of otter board during the course of operation were also compared. It was found that, all along the south West Coast, flat rectangular otter boards were preferred by the fishermen. The 'V form otter boards were not popular.Downloads
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Submitted
2012-08-01
Published
2025-06-10
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Copyright rests with the Society of Fisheries Technologists (India).How to Cite
A.V., S., & M., S. H. (2025). Comparative Evaluation of Different Types of Otter Boards in Small Scale Trawling Operations. Fishery Technology, 36(1). https://doi.org/10.56093/ft.v36i1.22782
