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1. In relation to recreational snapper fishing in the Hauraki Gulf, do you know how many one fisher can take, and how long must they be? Which of the following statements is true?
2. Which of the following fish are not commonly found in New Zealand coastal or inland waters?
3. NZ rivers, lakes, and streams are well stocked with trout. NZ is world famous for trout fishing. Can you say which of the following list is not the name of a common fishing fly used to catch trout?
4. With an appropriate licence, trout may be taken from the Waikato and the Waikato Lakes using a baited hook and sinker?
5. In the Bay of Islands on the northeast coast of New Zealand, warm tropical currents bring a number of tropical species to visit. One such visitor is a slow moving fish of up to 3m long, 3m tall yet only 40cm wide. It has a large dorsal finn a small mouth and cute eyes. Can you name this fish?
6. M.A.F. (which was renamed in 2012) was one of the regulatory bodies which specifically enforced fishing laws and regulations in New Zealand. What did the initials M.A.F. stand for?
7. Harbour channels and hazards are marked by a system of markers and buoys. You are steering a small motor boat on a dark night when suddenly your knowledge is tested. Which of the following statements is wrong?
8. Three of the following choices are deep sea fish found in New Zealand coastal waters, and one is not. Which of the choices are not a deep sea fish found in New Zealand coastal waters?
9. You are in a small motor boat. You arrive at a popular coastal fishing spot. A nearby boat has a child's balloon 20 or so metres behind it. What would you do?
10. Three of the following choices are fish native to New Zealand, while one is an introduced fish. Can you choose the introduced fish from these four choices?
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