An angler's net is a type of fishing net used to scoop fish out of the water while fishing. Synonyms for an angler's net include fishing net, scoop net, landing net, dip net, and casting net. Fishing nets are used by fishermen worldwide to catch various types of fish, from small to large. A scoop net is a small handheld net used to catch fish in shallow waters. A landing net is a larger net with a handle used to scoop out fish from deeper waters. A dip net is similar to a scoop net with a wider frame used for catching baitfish. A casting net is a circular net thrown over a school of fish to catch them in one swoop.
