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Ancient Chinese records from approximately the 4th century BCE describe a sophisticated method of angling that utilized a bamboo rod, a silk line, a hook fashioned from a needle, and cooked rice as bait.12
While these written accounts highlight early angling techniques, archaeological evidence from much earlier periodsāsuch as the 5th millennium BCEāconfirms that fishing was a vital part of the economy for Neolithic cultures like the Banpo. These inhabitants utilized various tools, including numerous hooks and net sinkers, to support their communities.3