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Dhow and Skiff Recognition Chart

1. Shu’ai Dhow
5 – 15 metres long, High and square at the
stern and Rises to a pointed prow

2. Yemeni Dhow
Approx 15 metres long, Either a transom type
or high rising stern, High rising and very
pointed bow (but no prow)

3. Jelbut Dhow, round stern
Up to 15 metres long , Short prow stem rising
from the waterline and
Rounded stern

4. Jelbut Dhow, square stern
Up to 15 metres long, Transom stern, Short
prow stem rising from the waterline and
Rectangular bow profile

5. Boum Dhow
15 – 35 metres long, Tapered stern and bow
High/imposing prow, Stern post with a yoke-
type steering gear and Fairly symmetrical
shape

6. Sambuq Dhow
Approx 38 metres long, High/imposing prow
and Rounded stern