A filter cartridge including a frame that is formed of one or more fluid
conductive members and has a fluid outlet and a plurality of spaced
inlets; and a flexible fabric material that allows the flow of water
therethrough, the flexible fabric material being connected to the frame
in a manner defining an internal zone, whereby substantially all fluid
entering the internal zone from an opposite side of the flexible fabric
material passes therethrough; wherein, upon connection of the fluid
outlet to a fluid intake system, fluid is drawn through the flexible
fabric material into the internal zone, thereby filtering the fluid, and
filtered fluid is drawn through the plurality of spaced inlets and passes
to the fluid outlet for delivery into the fluid intake system. A system
and method for filtering fluid intake are disclosed.