Matapi (Fish trap)

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The indigenous inhabitants of Brazil's Amazon region employ a primitive yet effective fishing device known as the matapi, which consists of a wooden or bamboo framework that surrounds a pit or pool of water. The matapi is designed to capture fish and other aquatic animals by funneling them into a narrow opening, where they become trapped. This ancient technique has been used for centuries to provide sustenance for native communities living in the Amazon rainforest.