Minimizing harm to fish during catch and release is crucial for their survival. Use barbless hooks to reduce injury and make unhooking easier. Handle the fish with wet hands to protect their slime coat, which is essential for their health. Avoid touching their gills and eyes. Keep the fish in the water as much as possible and only take them out for quick photos. Use proper release tools like dehookers or recompression tools for deep-water species. Revive the fish by moving it in the water gently until it swims away on its own.

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