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Quick boat-side photos with water flowing over gills beat long airborne hero hangs—crew control fish for safe release. Cameras should not delay exhausted billfish recovery. Tournament photography rules differ from charter ethics.
Sources: NOAA Fisheries · Visit Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
