I don't doubt they can heal.. Ive seen some badly mangled fish still alive.. I just don't know if the risk is worth it.. I have no problem throwing a fish on the bank though most people can't do that..

I believe in catch and release. I catch then release to the grease..

BG. CSBG. LMB. HSB. RES.

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