Java : Method finalize() does not call super.finalize()

The finalize() method does not call super.finalize().

The finalize() method is defined in the Object Class and is called by the garbage collector on an object when garbage collection determines that there are no more references to the object. A subclass overrides the finalize method to dispose of system resources or to perform other cleanup.

The Java Language Specification states that it is a good practice for a finalize() method to call super.finalize(). Using super.finalize() and try-catch-finally block is a safety measure to ensure you do not unintentionally miss closing a resource used by the objects calling class.