Paddlefish Photo Opportunities Are Regulated

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On all paddlefish waters, paddlefish caught during the catch and release portions of the season must remain partially submerged in the water at all times. Removing a large fish, such as paddlefish, and holding it vertically puts significant strain on the internal organs of the fish and increases mortality losses.

For a photo of an angler with his or her fish, the angler should kneel down and lift the fish horizontally just to the surface of the water for the picture and then gently lower the fish back into the water.