Good article about catch and release techniques as related to fish survival. I have permission from the author, Jeff Rivera, to post it.

https://agreateroutdoors.com/blogs/news/catch-and-release-fishing-best-practices-for-handling-fish

Here are the bullet points:
Use Barbless Hooks or Bend Down Your Barbs
Don’t Drag Your Fish Onto Land or Across Rocks…
Wet Your Hands and Use a Proper Net (some of you will argue to USE NO NET)
Keep Fish in the Water as Much as Possible
Use a Light Grip and Cradle the Fish, Do Not Squeeze
Wait for Fish to Revive Before Releasing