Cornish lobster fisherman becomes TikTok sensation

A Cornish fisherman who live-streams his work on social media has attracted more than 11,000 followers.

Newquay-based Daniel Gilbert - also known as The Cornish Fisherman - shares his lobster-potting voyages on TikTok.

His audience has been growing rapidly since he began showcasing what life is really like in the UK fishing industry.

Mr Gilbert said he loved talking about his job, but was totally blown away by the response his streams have had.

He said: "It's made me proud to see how many people are interested in it, they are literally glued to the stream and now I get messages from people asking when I'll be back on - they want their Cornish Fisherman fix!"

Viewers from around the world can find out what the day's catch is like, but also to learn more about the work done to support local fish and lobster populations.

Videos showing how fishing crews mark female lobsters as "breeders" and livestreamed interactions with the authorities discussing quotas have been viewed tens of thousands of times and give an unfiltered insight into the highs and lows of life in the industry.

"TikTok has brought my confidence out," said Mr Gilbert.

"A year ago, I would never have thought about doing this."

"It's good for the industry, as it is a dying trade," he added.

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