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Record 1 2021-10-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Hunting and Sport Fishing
  • Commercial Fishing
CONT

There are various ways used to land big fish but learning how to gaff fish is one of the most important. [This is done by using a long metal pole with a large hook on the end to lift large fish into a boat when the weight of the fish exceeds the strength of the rod and reel].

French

Domaine(s)
  • Chasse et pêche sportive
  • Pêche commerciale
DEF

Piquer un poisson avec une [perche en bois ou en métal, à l'extrémité de laquelle est fixé un croc].

Spanish

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