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Spearfishing off the coast of Porto Santo, Madeira, requires navigating strong currents and rocky, deep-water terrain.1:18 During winter conditions with cold water temperatures, visibility remains high, allowing for dives between 7 and 15 meters.3:02 The diver utilizes carbon fiber fins for efficient movement and a speargun that requires significant effort to load, particularly when using multiple elastic bands.1:58 Successful hunting involves stalking prey in rocky crevices and caves, requiring patience to secure clear shots.8:09 The catch includes parrotfish and grouper, which are dispatched immediately upon capture to minimize suffering.6:04 The process includes securing the fish to a float and cleaning the catch for consumption.9:59 This sustainable approach to food sourcing relies entirely on breath-hold diving without supplemental oxygen.7:40 The session concludes with a total of six fish harvested for personal consumption.13:23 Proper dispatching and processing of the catch are essential components of responsible, subsistence-focused spearfishing.11:01

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