I just landed mine with a fairly large net. Once on land it was pretty docile (compared to BG and CC) while I measured, took pictures, and removed the hook. If returning it to the water, I'd be more careful than with smaller fish; they seem noticeably more slippery to me (maybe being heavier just makes it seem that way).


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