Fishing is an ancient practice that dates back at least to the Paleolithic period which began about 40,000 years ago. Archaeology features such as shell middens, discarded fish bones and cave paintings
show that sea foods were important for survival and consumed in
significant quantities. During this period, most people lived a hunter-gatherer
lifestyle and were, of necessity, constantly on the move. However,
where there are early examples of permanent settlements (though not
necessarily permanently occupied) such as those at Lepenski Vir, they are almost always associated with fishing as a major source of food.
show that sea foods were important for survival and consumed in
significant quantities. During this period, most people lived a hunter-gatherer
lifestyle and were, of necessity, constantly on the move. However,
where there are early examples of permanent settlements (though not
necessarily permanently occupied) such as those at Lepenski Vir, they are almost always associated with fishing as a major source of food.
