A fisherman casting a net - A casting net, also called a throw net, is a net used for fishing. The net is cast or thrown by hand in such a manner that it spreads out while it's in the air before it sinks into the water.

Stock photo: A fisherman casting a net - A casting net, also called a throw net, is a net used for fishing. The net is cast or thrown by hand in such a manner that it spreads out while it's in the air before it sinks into the water. was taken by simmons48 .