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Can fish survive 2 weeks without food?

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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.

FAQ

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    By the time the kiln temperature reaches 80°C, small mackerel will need a further 40-45 minutes to complete the process; larger fish need about 75 minutes.

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    How to use it: In most cases, you'll drain the oil from the tuna — no need to rinse after. Use the tuna in large pieces on fresh salads, like salad niçoise, baked in casseroles or tossed with pasta… But save the oil! It's terrific in an extra-savory salad dressing or to make mayonnaise or aioli.

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    If your dog has already eaten shrimp tails, make sure that they don't have access to any more, and closely watch their symptoms afterward. If they show any signs of breathing difficulty, take them to the vet ASAP.

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    Ice water will not kill any fish quickly. Some fish even live in ice or icy water. A tropical fish may go into shock, but it won't die right for a long time.

  • Do fish bites hurt?

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  • What's killing the fish?

    Fish can die from a number of causes such as inadequate dissolved oxygen in the water, petroleum, algae bloom, manure runoff or chemical spill, a sudden change in water temperature, infectious diseases or parasites, septic system discharge, an aquatic pesticide application, or excessive silt or mud runoff.

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