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Giant sawfish, hung up by a mast, Florida, United States. Captioned, A Leviathan of the Deep: The Largest Fish Ever Caught On Light Tackle'. With description, A giant Saw-Fish, weighing 8501b, caught in one of the Florida Keys
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Giant sawfish, hung up by a mast, Florida, United States. Captioned, A Leviathan of the Deep: The Largest Fish Ever Caught On Light Tackle'. With description, A giant Saw-Fish, weighing 8501b, caught in one of the Florida Keys
Giant sawfish, hung up by a mast, Florida, United States. Captioned, A Leviathan of the Deep: The Largest Fish Ever Caught On Light Tackle'. With description, A giant Saw-Fish, weighing 8501b, caught in one of the Florida Keys, and supposed to be the largest fish ever captured by an angler with light tackle. The photograph shows the angler with the rod and line used to capture the fish'. From a section, The Bystander Abroad'. Date: 1910
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A Leviathan of the Deep: The Largest Fish Ever Caught On Light Tackle - Giant Saw-Fish, Florida, United States, 1910s This photograph captures the moment of triumph and awe as an angler proudly displays a giant Saw-Fish, believed to be the largest ever caught using light tackle. Weighing an impressive 8,501lb, this colossal creature was reeled in from the waters of one of the Florida Keys during the early 1910s. The image portrays the angler, standing tall and determined, with the massive saw-toothed bill of the fish hanging from a mast. The intricate details of the sawfish's unique features are on full display, including its elongated snout and the distinctive rows of saw-like teeth lining its rostrum. The photograph, taken from The Bystander Abroad, offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the thrill and adventure of big game fishing during the 1910s. The era was a time when anglers pushed the limits of their equipment and skills to catch the largest and most elusive species in the world. This photograph serves as a testament to the angler's dedication and perseverance, as well as the raw power and majesty of the natural world. The giant Saw-Fish, with its prehistoric appearance and intimidating size, remains a symbol of the depths of the ocean and the mysteries that lie beneath the waves.
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