19th century oyster dredging. The dredge is usually constructed from a heavy steel frame in the form of a scoop. The frame is covered with chain mesh

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19th century oyster dredging. The dredge is usually constructed from a heavy steel frame in the form of a scoop. The frame is covered with chain mesh which is open on the front side, which is towed. The chain mesh functions as a net.

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Photo credit: © DAVID PARKER/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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