Electrofishing

Electric fishing is a fishing method in which electricity is used to catch the fish. In this case, a direct current is passed through the water and when used properly swim in the circuit, fish to the anode where they can be collected.

Given that this fishing method, the animals are relatively easy to catch, under certain conditions, and non-professional use, a potential danger is given both for the fish and for the user, subject to the electrofishing strict regulations.

History

That you can use electric current to fish in 1910 was discovered in Germany by accident when a 110 volt power line broke. The development of practical AC and pulse electric fish equipment began only after 1948 and continues to this day. With the use of newer electronics, the construction of small and lightweight electric fishing equipment was possible, which meant that the application of electric fishing in inland fisheries in many countries has become an integral part of the fishing technique.

Germany

In Germany the electro -fishing is possible only under specific circumstances. These include the examination as electric fishing, a permit from the fisheries authorities and compliance with the VDE regulations. In addition, some physical and physiological basic knowledge required to exercise the electrofishing successfully and properly can.

Electric fish under nature protection aspects

The electric fish but is used for scientific fishing in the professional fishing, as the fish are not killed when used properly. Electrofishing allows fish stocks to detect and investigate quickly and gently. It is particularly suitable for water that can not be fished satisfactorily with other fishing methods.

For the following purposes electrofishing is most commonly used: