Spearfishing Hunting Techniques 4

Question 1

Why do spearos sometimes use a 'float line' connecting the speargun to a surface buoy?

Accepted Answer

To track and retrieve large fish that swim off after being shot

Answer

A float line lets a powerful fish run while the buoy tires it out and marks its location for retrieval.

Question 2

What hunting advantage does diving during low-light dawn or dusk often provide?

Accepted Answer

Many predatory fish feed actively and move into shallower hunting range

Answer

Crepuscular periods trigger feeding activity, bringing fish into more accessible depths and making them less cautious.

Question 3

When hunting in a current, why do spearos often position themselves facing into the flow?

Accepted Answer

Fish typically face into the current, so you approach from behind their blind spot

Answer

Fish orient into the current to feed and breathe, so approaching from downstream keeps you behind their field of view.

Question 4

What is the main risk of 'pulling the trigger' too early on an approaching fish?

Accepted Answer

A long, weak shot that wounds rather than stones the fish

Answer

Shooting beyond effective range loses power and accuracy, causing poor hits and lost or suffering fish.

Question 5

Why is good breath-hold (apnea) control central to ambush hunting success?

Accepted Answer

Longer relaxed bottom time means more chances for fish to approach

Answer

Extended, calm bottom time gives wary fish the time they need to lose suspicion and swim into range.

Spearfishing Practice Test