Greek fisherman landing catch of octopus at quayside, Chania harbour, Crete

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A Cretan fisherman has just returned to harbour with a catch of octopus. He is tenderising them by beating them on the quay, working them in a figure-of-eight motion until they foam. A useful source of free food in times of austerity.

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Size: 4592px × 3448px
Location: Chania harbour Crete
Photo credit: © Elaine Rhodes / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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