Spearfishing Basics of Spearfishing 2

Question 1

What is the primary advantage of spearfishing over rod-and-reel fishing for selectivity?

Accepted Answer

You can visually target and choose individual fish before taking the shot

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It catches more fish per hour automatically

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It requires no license anywhere

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Fish cannot detect a spearfisher

Question 2

Which breathing method defines free-diving spearfishing?

Accepted Answer

Holding a single breath on each dive

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Using a scuba tank

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Breathing through a surface hose

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Rebreather circulation

Question 3

Why should a beginner never spearfish completely alone?

Accepted Answer

A buddy can rescue you during a shallow water blackout

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Fish bite more with two divers

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It is illegal to dive solo anywhere

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You need someone to carry gear

Question 4

What does a weight belt help a spearfisher achieve?

Accepted Answer

Neutral or negative buoyancy to descend more easily

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Faster swimming on the surface

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Protection from fish bites

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Better visibility

Question 5

Which fin type is preferred for free-dive spearfishing?

Accepted Answer

Long blade freediving fins

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Short scuba split fins

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Bodyboard swim fins

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No fins at all

Question 6

What is the safest belt buckle release for a weight belt?

Accepted Answer

A quick-release buckle that opens with one hand

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A double-knotted rope

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A locking carabiner

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A sewn-shut loop

Question 7

Why is a brightly colored dive float important?

Accepted Answer

It marks the diver's position to boats and holds gear and catch

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It scares fish toward the spear

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It provides oxygen

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It replaces a weight belt