The winch operator is hauling in the cables to close the net. This closes the bottom of the net such that it is now like a purse. The fish no longer have any way to escape.
Image ID: fish2142, NOAA's Fisheries Collection Location: Eastern Atlantic Ocean Photographer: Joel Prado • High Resolution Photo Available
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