r/Fishing • u/11BigDaddyChris11 • Jul 01 '23

Saltwater Reported, documented, released immediately, etc. estimated 11ft length based off of distance between dock pylons. I know this is very rare but how rare exactly is it and any estimations on weight?

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u/Cowboy_on_fire Jul 01 '23

Again with my curiosity but would a freshwater fish eventually drop a hook after long enough, or is the salt the only catalyst?

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u/CrabClaw22 Jul 01 '23

Freshwater will eventually rust out the hook, saltwater is just much more corrosive and will do the job quicker comparatively.

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u/Cowboy_on_fire Jul 01 '23

I thought that might be the case, I appreciate the info! I always take the hook out but I have had one or two is instances where I wish I didn’t have to. Sounds like the way to go is continue doing what needs doing without leaving them with a hook on

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u/Ryan-the-fish Jul 01 '23

I think with fresh water, the fish’s body usually expels the hook rather than it corroding like how a splinter will come out on its own. Still best to avoid gut hooking and remove hooks.