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Dhow and Skiff Recognition Chart

1. Yemeni Skiff
Long and narrow fastgoing skiff, Usually fitted
with 2 outboard engines, Rises to a pointed
prow, Used throughout the Gulfof Aden and
Somali Basin
2. Somali Skiff
Wider planing hull skiff, Not as fast, more
seaworthy than the narrower Yemeni skiff.

3. Somali Skiff
Wide, short, fast planning skiff, Shorter than a
small whaler.

4. Whaler
Larger and broader than regular skiffs, Up to
10 metres in length, Traditionally used to
collect fish from or replenish fishing skiffs
with fuel/food.

5. Huri
Small dug-out canoe between 10 – 20 feet
long, Generally used for fishing and short haul
transport, The most common small boat in
Omani waters.

6. Shashah
Small primitive fishing craft made from palm
Sticks and about 10 feet long.