What is the authenticity of the hadith, "Do not buy fish in the water"?

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Question:
What is your opinion regarding the hadith

Do not buy the fish that is in the water

لا تشتروا السمك في الماء

...?

Answer:
It has no basis, unless it is known that it will not be available for purchase. As for if it is in a confined body of water like a pond, there is no harm. But if it is in the sea, he should not sell it; it is gharar (excessive uncertainty in a contract), for he does not know whether he will obtain it or not.

Source binbaz.org.sa

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