Fisherfolk in Long Hai bring their coracle boats ashore after several hours catching anchovies. (Photo: VNA)
Fisherfolk in Long Hai bring their coracle boats ashore after several hours catching anchovies. (Photo: VNA)
Anchovies typically appear in the coastal waters of Ho Chi Minh City from the ninth lunar month until the first lunar month of the following year, providing a stable source of income for near-shore fishing communities. (Photo: VNA)
Anchovies typically appear in the coastal waters of Ho Chi Minh City from the ninth lunar month until the first lunar month of the following year, providing a stable source of income for near-shore fishing communities. (Photo: VNA)
After being shaken from the nets, the fish are rinsed in seawater and sold directly to traders on the beach. (Photo: VNA)
After being shaken from the nets, the fish are rinsed in seawater and sold directly to traders on the beach. (Photo: VNA)
Anchovies typically appear in the coastal waters of Ho Chi Minh City from the ninth lunar month until the first lunar month of the following year, providing a stable source of income for near-shore fishing communities. (Photo: VNA)
Anchovies typically appear in the coastal waters of Ho Chi Minh City from the ninth lunar month until the first lunar month of the following year, providing a stable source of income for near-shore fishing communities. (Photo: VNA)
Fresh anchovy catches are weighed and purchased on the spot at Long Hai Beach. (Photo: VNA)
Fresh anchovy catches are weighed and purchased on the spot at Long Hai Beach. (Photo: VNA)
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Fisherfolk in Ho Chi Minh City enjoy bumper anchovy season

Mid-November has brought bustling activity to the coastal waters of Ho Chi Minh City as fisherfolk report abundant hauls of anchovies.