To safely remove a hook from a fish, you should follow these steps: 1. Keep the fish in the water if possible to reduce stress. 2. Use wet hands or a wet cloth to hold the fish and avoid damaging its protective slime layer. 3. Use long-nose pliers or a hook remover tool to gently back the hook out the same way it went in. 4. If the hook is deeply embedded or in a sensitive area, consider cutting the line and releasing the fish with the hook still in place. 5. After removing the hook, release the fish back into the water gently, supporting it until it swims away on its own. Remember to handle the fish with care to minimize harm and maximize its chances of survival.

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Fish Handling Fish Conservation Hook Removal