anga (fish trap)

This inaki (fish trap) is made from the aerial roots of the kiekie plant (Freycinetia wilderi). It is of the cylindrical, double ended variety, known as anga. The outer cylindrical structure is strengthened by a framework of nine wooden rods. Funnels at each end are connected by a single narrow cylinder with an elliptical hole in the centre through which fish would enter the body of the trap. There is a flap on the outside near one end that can be opened to remove the fish. A loop on the outside near the trap's centre is for the attachment of a suspension rope.

Usage
The trap is lightweight and easy to handle. When in use the fisherman would tie small fish inside to serve as bait for sea eels and other larger fish. The trap would be set and checked at regular intervals.