Hogfish spearing

[Salmonboy97]

This little guy (legal game as determined by FWC regulations) was a survivor of a nearly fatal spear. Notice the notch in the top of his head! He finally made it to the dinner plate!
As a unique, fish I like this photo. It also serves as proof that a tear-off shot is not always fatal.

 

[BlueWaterBrad]

This little guy (legal game as determined by FWC regulations) was a survivor of a nearly fatal spear. Notice the notch in the top of his head! He finally made it to the dinner plate!
As a unique, fish I like this photo. It also serves as proof that a tear-off shot is not always fatal.

There's another survivor down here off the coast of Venice.(at least a 20 incher) Almost got him 2 weeks ago. Nearly the same spot but in front of the dorsal fin. They always turn or duck as you squeeze the trig.

 

[Oceandvr]

This little guy (legal game as determined by FWC regulations) was a survivor of a nearly fatal spear. Notice the notch in the top of his head! He finally made it to the dinner plate!
As a unique, fish I like this photo. It also serves as proof that a tear-off shot is not always fatal.

It's difficult to tell from the picture, but that little guy may actually be a gal. For those who don't know, male hogfish have a darker stripe or line down the nape or snout, whereas the females are lighter in color. The males usually have a harem as well in their territory and when he's taken out, one of the females will change to a male (protogynous hermaphrodites) to fill the void.

 

[Salmonboy97]

Very interesting post OceanDVR!