Catching and releasing fish for fun when fishing

Q: Is it permissible in Islam to release a fish after having caught it?

A: Yes, it is permissible. However, to do this for fun is not permissible.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by:

Mufti Zakaria Makada

Checked & Approved:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)