What is gold vacuuming coastal water?

Gold vacuuming, also known as gold suction dredging, involves using a specialized vacuum device to extract gold particles and nuggets from coastal waters, often in riverbeds or beaches. The process typically involves a floating platform equipped with a suction hose that draws sediment from the seabed, which is then sorted for gold. This method is popular among recreational prospectors and small-scale miners seeking to recover precious metals in areas where gold is known to be present. However, it can raise environmental concerns regarding sediment disruption and aquatic habitats.