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Giuseppe, sailing the Aegean Sea aboard Maruzza, targets Dentex while spearfishing from his anchored sailboat.0:27 Unlike using a fast inflatable boat, anchoring a sailboat limits the diver to one or two attempts per spot before the fish become wary or the area is spooked.0:46 Contrary to common belief, Dentex do not require extreme depths; they frequently inhabit shallow waters between 10 and 15 metres.1:17 Success relies on precise technique, stillness, and patience rather than long bottom times.1:35 Giuseppe warms up with shallow dives to 10 metres before attempting deeper ambushes near current-swept points where bait fish congregate.2:52 He emphasises keeping the dive buoy at a distance to avoid alerting predators and warns against shooting non-target species like barracuda or amberjack, which can scare away the school.3:31 After several missed opportunities and failed angles, he successfully spears a Dentex by identifying a known school location and utilising a natural rock ledge for cover.10:21 Proper technique and patience are more critical than depth for successful spearfishing.

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