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On Feb. 8, 2026, Cambodian villagers in Bangkoang held a traditional fish-catching ceremony to preserve heritage, boost food security, and honor spirits.
On February 8, 2026, villagers in Bangkoang, Cambodia, held an annual traditional fish-catching ceremony at a protected lake, using handmade bamboo tools and nets to harvest fish after the rice harvest.
The event, part of the Angkor region’s cultural heritage, aims to preserve ancestral fishing techniques, strengthen community ties, and support food security, with fish providing 76% of household protein in Cambodia.
Authorities reported releasing tens of thousands of fish fry beforehand to ensure a strong catch.
The ceremony also attracts tourists and includes spiritual elements, such as offerings to guardian spirits and Buddhist monks.
El 8 de febrero de 2026, los aldeanos camboyanos de Bangkoang realizaron una ceremonia tradicional de pesca para preservar el patrimonio, aumentar la seguridad alimentaria y honrar a los espíritus.