The Rabha tribe, one of the Scheduled Tribes of Assam and West Bengal, India, has its own distinct culture with a great tradition of sustainable living. Bamboo fishing baskets are now among their traditional fishing implements and provide a remarkable example of the engineers' understanding of mutually coexisting artisanship and environmental concerns. This fishing basket is pitcher-shaped and intricately made from finely split bamboo. Once the fish enter, the constricted neck serves to intuitively keep it from escaping the trap, showcasing the basket maker's understanding of fish behavior. The square base of the basket provides stability when set in shallow water, while the circular opening at the top allows for easy setting and retrieval.

A distinctive feature is the coiling of bark fibre tied around the neck of the basket, which acts as a handle or securing loop. The bark fibre is eco-friendly and resistant to wear and tear, thereby using the Rabhas' creativity in making things with the natural material. The basket is mainly used in small streams, ponds, and marshy fields, whether set with bait or placed in the path of swimming fish. Such passive fishing techniques are the lamentations of the tribe towards nature, consciously aiming for a sustainable harvest considering aquatic ecosystems. These handmade fishing tools embody the indigenous understanding systems while also enhancing the urgent need to preserve traditional ecological practices.