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Are squids harmful?

Asked: Lucas Lothian, Last Updated:

It was recently discovered that octopuses, cuttlefish and squid are venomous, capable of delivering a toxic bite. ... Gram for gram this squid venom toxin is as deadly to crabs as the most lethal snake venom toxins are to mice.

FAQ

  • Why does a squid die when you karate chop it?

    Because it's the lateral rotation of your head that causes you to be knocked out. Hitting the chin gives you leverage to cause this rotation, ie creates a 'moment arm', or 'lever', between the chin and pivot point, allowing you to create the required rotation/head movement (brain movement actually).

  • Can I lose weight eating tuna salad?

    While the tuna diet offers rapid weight loss, it's not a sustainable, long-term solution. In fact, it poses several risks, including slowed metabolism, loss of muscle mass, and mercury poisoning.

  • What is a male and female salmon called?

    If they were mature salmon, myself and the fishermen I know would call them “hen” for female and “buck” for male.

  • Which fish can stay out of water the longest?

    Mangrove Rivulus No other known fish can be out of water as long as the Mangrove Rivulus and remain active, according to Patricia Wright, a biologist at Canada's University of Guelph. “They can survive for weeks without really dropping their metabolic rate. They remain relatively responsive and active for weeks in air,” she said.

  • Do crawfish suffocate in coolers?

    The best way to prolong the life of these shellfish is to keep them cool, moist and with some fresh air. Under ideal conditions, crabs and crawfish may be kept alive for several days out of water. Never place them in closed containers full of water, such as an ice chest, as they will quickly suffocate and die.

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