Joy of fishing for puyu

One of the best places to fish for betok is by the padi field canal, which irrigates the farming area.

Fishing is not always about the catch; it’s about reconnecting with nature, the excitement of the pursuit and the nostalgia of simpler times.

Among the various fish species, the Climbing Perch (Anabas testudineus), known locally as betok or puyu, holds a special place in the hearts of those who grew up fishing with nothing more than a pole and a line.