Archive · 1 Oct 2025
Nagaland University Develops Eco-Friendly Fish Trap
Scientists at Nagaland University created a new type of fish trap called the BR Fishing Trap.
It's made from bamboo and plastic, which are easy to find and use.
This trap is cheaper than the ones people usually buy.
The new trap is designed to help people catch fish in a way that's good for the environment.
It also helps support local people who make things with bamboo.
The trap has already received a patent.
It can be used in rivers and fish farms.
The goal is to help local communities and show how local skills can help create sustainable solutions.
Nagaland University researchers designed the eco-friendly BR Fishing Trap.
The trap is made of bamboo and plastic thread.
The BR Fishing Trap is designed to support fishing in hill streams and fish farms.
The innovation has been patented in the United Kingdom.
The trap aims to empower local craftsmanship and promote sustainable practices.
- Who
- A research team from Nagaland University
- What
- Developed the BR Fishing Trap, an eco-friendly fish trap.
- When
- The device was patented on October 25, 2024.
- Where
- Nagaland, India
- Why
- To provide a low-cost and sustainable alternative to expensive fishing gears, while promoting local craftsmanship and enterprise.
- Device Name
- BR Fishing Trap
- Materials
- Bamboo and plastic threads
- Patent Country
- United Kingdom
- Patent Number
- 6399114
- Patent Award Date
- 25/10/2024
- Target Use
- Hill streams and fish farms