How do you know a betta fish is happy?

The signs of a happy, healthy, and relaxed betta include:

1. Strong, vibrant colors.
2. Fins are held open, but not taut, allowing their fins to billow and fold in the water.
3. Feeds readily.
4. Active, smooth swimming movements.

May 12, 2014

FAQ

• What attracts trout the most?

  Night crawlers, red wigglers, garden hackle—a worm by any name is always an odds-on favorite for charming trout. Probably the most widely used bait of all, worms are as attractive to fishermen as they are to fish, because they're easy to obtain, keep and rig.

• Is salmon better than chicken for dogs?

  Dogs thrive on high meat diets full of quality proteins that are the building blocks of life. All types of meat protein are great but generally leaner meats with greater nutrients like kangaroo and salmon are slightly preferable and a small proportion of organ meat is a great nutritional boost.

• What fish are found in streams?

  Some common freshwater fish are bluegills, carp, catfish, crappie, bass, perch, northern pike, trout, and walleye.

• How big do shark fish grow?

  12 inches They're colored yellow, black and gray, and they can grow up to 12 inches, or 25-30 cm, in length making them relatively large for an aquarium fish.

• Can overfeeding kill shrimp?

  I know that overfeeding, even in a cycled tank, causes a bioload greater than what the beneficial bacteria and even plants can process. This will lead to the buildup of the toxic compounds. The shrimp are sensitive to these toxins and will be poisoned by it.

17 Related Question Answers Found:

• Why do squid die after mating?

  Squid reproduction After a male and female mate, the female squid lays eggs. ... Because of this, squid eggs are often (many times) found in clumps, and those clumps often look like a flower. Often, the male will die a short time after mating, and the female will die once she has released her eggs.

• What does 16 20 mean on a bag of shrimp?

  Clean, ocean flavor! (Note: 16/20 shrimp indicates there are 16-20 shrimp per pound.)

• What is the difference between Nova and Scottish smoked salmon?

  Scottish salmon is a great middle ground; “it has a lovely smoke to it, but since it's a fat salmon, it retains a lot of moisture and silkiness,” says Niki. Western Nova, which is made with wild king salmon, is leaner and more muscular, with a tighter texture and more assertive flavor than the other styles.

• Will my fish die if I don't feed them for 3 days?

  A healthy, grown-up aquarium fish can go from 3 days to 1 whole week, without eating any food. Some fish species can even live for more than 2 weeks without eating. Whether in nature or in an aquarium – an adult fish has sufficient body mass and fat reserves to skip a couple of meals once in a while.

• Can you saute already cooked shrimp?

  It is possible to sauté cooked shrimp in your shrimp recipes without ruining their texture, but you must be thoughtful about how you approach the task. ... Even with careful, quick heating, however, you should be able to brown the shrimp slightly to create the savory, caramelized surfaces characteristic of sautéed foods.

• What is the best weather for pike fishing?

  Favorable weather conditions for pike include a low-pressure system with moderate temperatures, overcast skies, and southern or southwestern winds. Rain does however have a somewhat more negative effect on the pike's appetite and should hence be avoided.

• Is it OK to eat the tail of fried shrimp?

  Yes, you can eat shrimp tails and they are edible, but are not meant to be eaten. They are kept on mostly for flavor and presentation purposes, not necessarily to be eaten. It's much like the cartilage on chicken bones – some people love it, some pick the meat off it and don't touch it.

• What fly line weight should I use?

  A Quick Suggestion for New Anglers For trout fishing, new anglers should focus on line weights 4-6. I personally prefer a four weight fly line (and matching fly reel and fly rod). The reason is because a lighter fly fishing outfit makes smaller fish more fun to catch.

• What is the difference between Little Neck clams and Cherrystone clams?

  Clam Size Differences At harvesting, littleneck clams range between 1 7/8 and 2 1/8 inches in length, while the much larger cherrystone spans between 2 3/8 and 3 1/8 inches in size. The smallest size is the button, those under 1 7/8 inches long. These little clams aren't legal to harvest.

• Will hard water kill betta fish?

  Bettas prefer soft water, but they do tolerate a wide range of GH between 5 – 20 DH or 70-300 ppm. Very hard water can be harmful to bettas.

• How often should I check the pH level in my fish tank?

  The pH should be tested at least once a month, preferably every two weeks, to allow for the detection of trends before they become a problem.

• What is the temperature to cook fish?

  Safe Minimum Cooking Temperatures Chart

  Food	Type	Internal Temperature (°F)
  Seafood	Fish with fins	145 or cook until flesh is opaque and separates easily with a fork
  Shrimp, lobster, crab, and scallops	Cook until flesh is pearly or white, and opaque
  Clams, oysters, mussels	Cook until shells open during cooking

• What is unique about flamboyant cuttlefish?

  This calcareous cuttlebone is often fed to birds to whet their beaks or as calcium supplements. Unlike most other cephalopods that are nocturnal, flamboyant cuttlefish are active during the day and can be seen hunting crustaceans and small fishes. Flamboyant cuttlefish are the only cuttlefish known to be toxic.

• Do needle nose fish bite?

  Needlefish are not dangerous because they are aggressive, or poisonous or poisonous, or pack a bite to make. These are mostly just because of their size, which is dangerous if you go their way. A man was stabbed to death in the neck when he switched a needlefish.

• Should you wash oysters after shucking?

  Shucked oysters are available, but we recommend shucking yourself at the last minute, or even while your guests are there, so your oysters won't dry out. First, clean all of your oysters under running cold water to remove all of the dirt. Check them carefully as you wash them.

• Do shrimps eat carrots?

  That means they will eat both plant matter as well as meaty foods. When keeping Red Cherry Shrimp in the aquarium the three most common foods are algae, blanched vegetable, and prepared aquarium foods. ... Vegetables such as Zucchini, Lettuce, Spinach, and Carrots are commonly used.

• Is prawn bad for health?

  Yes, prawns naturally contain cholesterol but are also low in saturated fat which means that eating prawns is unlikely to raise 'bad' or LDL cholesterol. There was a very small 2010 study which took 23 healthy men and gave them either 225g of cold water prawns or an equivalent weight of fish as a control for 12 weeks.