Jig is up for squids: The 'candat sotong' traditional fishing activity is back

The annual ‘candat sotong’ is back in the east coast states. It is part of the coastal communities’ culture and way of life.

It is that time of year again when the waters of the east coast come alive for the annual squid jigging season.

Known locally as “candat sotong”, this traditional fishing activity has been a part of the coastal communities’ culture and way of life for generations.