Handling fish safely is crucial to ensure their well-being and the sustainability of the fishery. Here are some tips: 1. Wet your hands before handling fish to protect their slime layer. 2. Use a rubberized landing net to avoid damaging their scales. 3. Support the fish horizontally, especially larger ones, to prevent spine injuries. 4. Remove hooks gently with long-nose pliers. 5. If you need to release the fish, do it quickly and gently back into the water. Remember, the goal is to minimize stress and harm to the fish.

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