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Twined basketry fish traps were made and used to catch various sizes and species of fish in the rivers of the Great Basin. Traps were usually staked in the water and baited to lure the fish.

Details

  • Title: Walker River Northern Paiute fish trap
  • Date Created: 1920
  • Location: Walker River Reservation, Nevada
  • Physical Dimensions: 58 x 30 x 30 cm
  • Medium: Willow shoots, cloth

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