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The Sasak People Gather To Catch Sea Worms Or Bau Nyale In Lombok, Indonesia.
A Sasak man poses for a photo as he takes part in the tradition of Bau Nyale, or ''catching sea worms,'' at Seger Beach, Lombok Island, West Nusa Tenggara, on February 18, 2025. Each year, thousands of people descend on Seger Beach and the surrounding coves in the early hours of the morning. They come armed with torches, buckets, and nets, waiting for a phenomenon rooted in ancient folklore. These people are the Sasak, the Indigenous tribe of Lombok. Every year, the Sasak gather to catch sea worms as part of a unique tradition in Lombok. Worms are often associated with prosperity and fertility. Farmers often use them to fertilize their crops in the hope of a bumper harvest. (Photo by Garry Lotulung/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #12127283 |
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| Photographer | Garry Lotulung/NurPhoto |
| Category | Human Interest |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Garry Lotulung/NurPhoto |
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