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[โ€“] [email protected] 6 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

That's a pretty bold claim, do you have a source for that?

[โ€“] [email protected] 27 points 2 weeks ago

https://myoutdoorbasecamp.com/catch-and-release-fishing/

Up to 40% about 5-6 days mortality rate.

Not some anecdotal bullshit happening within a day and they actually tagged fish. Not just guessing. These were actual studies.