Do carp bites hurt?

Carp can bite it and because teeth are dull, but very strong, it will hurt. A bit of bleeding can occur too, but these injuries are not dangerous. ... There have been cases where carp swallowed the hook end it ended up in a throat. In some of those cases, carp was able to bite it off.

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• Where do chub fish come from?

  The lake chub (Couesius plumbeus) is a freshwater cyprinid fish found in Canada and in parts of the United States. Of all North American minnows, it is the one with the northernmost distribution. Its genus, Couesius is considered monotypic today.

• Is eating pink salmon good for you?

  All types of canned salmon (pink, chum, coho and red sockeye) are healthy choices. Choose canned salmon with the bones so that you get the most calcium. Look for the lower sodium versions.

• What is the yellow dye in smoked haddock?

  Traditionally cured and smoked, this delicious Scottish Haddock gets its yellow colour from the addition of a natural spice, turmeric.

• Does a swordfish die if its sword breaks?

  Fishermen often catch swordfish with mangled swords, so breaking one isn't fatal, but they do help their owners swim faster and feed.

• How do you wash salmon before cooking?

  If the salmon filets are skin on, it's a good idea to rinse and dry before cooking. Also if the filets have any fishy smell, submerge the pieces in 1 quart of water with 1 tablespoon of white vinegar then rinse with running water. This will remove the bacteria that is on the skin and improve the taste of the fish.

• What are the predators of jellyfish?

  Not much else but water. Still, the moon jelly (Aurelia aurita) are eaten by predators in the sea; fish, crustaceans, sea anemones and even corals and turtles. Now a new study may explain why these predators bother to eat the gelatinous creatures. The study is based on moon jelly samples from a German Fjord.

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• Can I leave my fish for a week?

  Healthy adult fish can go for a week or two without feeding. ... That doesn't mean you should routinely skip feedings, but your fish can safely be left without food over a long holiday weekend. However, keep in mind that food is not the only concern when going on holiday.

• Should fish be rinsed after brining?

  Although you want to use a brine to add extra flavor to your fish, be sure to rinse and dry the fillets before smoking. This will wash away any excess spices that may have clumped together while resting.

• Are Pacific oysters herbivores?

  They need very little to eat in order to survive. An omnivore, their diet consists of shellfish, squid, crustaceans and small fish.

• Can a mantis shrimp kill a shark?

  Can a mantis shrimp kill a shark? The giant mantis shrimp kills and eats great white shark in this Feed and Grow fish game update! The mantis shrimp is a pretty unassuming creature until it starts to get big. Then, it's boxing gloves of power can kill literally ANYTHING ON THE OCEAN IN ONE HIT.

• Will a shark in a fish tank not grow?

  Never miss a Moment A shark in a fish tank will grow 8 inches, but in the ocean it will grow to 8 feet or more. The shark will never outgrow its environment and the same is true about you. Many times we're around small thinking people so we don't grow. Change your environment and watch your growth.

• What are blue oysters?

  The Blue Oyster mushroom is a sub species of the Pearl Oyster that exhibits a notable blue-gray hue. The color contrast between the darker caps and pale gills give them a truly stunning appearance. Native to Western Europe, the Blue Oyster thrives in cooler temperatures.

• Does smoked mackerel taste good?

  With the right cooking and flavour pairings, smoked mackerel fillet is a real treat. Mackerel carries a stronger taste than some other fish which is why it is particularly tasty when balanced with clean, soft flavours such as beetroot or cucumber.

• How long does sushi grade tuna last in the fridge?

  TUNA (INCLUDING YELLOWFIN) - FRESH, RAW After tuna is purchased, it may be refrigerated for 1 to 2 days - the "sell-by" date on the package may expire during that storage period, but the tuna will remain safe to use after the sell by date if it has been properly stored.

• Who eats carp?

  China accounts for up to 70% of commercially produced carp! Beloved in many parts of the world, it can be eaten when caught from the wild or when raised on a farm. In Central Europe, it forms the basis of a traditional Christmas Eve dinner. Some of the most popular classic carp recipes?

• Can you drown a crayfish?

  Crayfish will drown if they are kept in water that is significantly over their head for 3-6 hours without supplemental oxygenation. This makes air bubblers mandatory, and long bubble walls are the best.

• Can you eat raw salmon roe?

  Salmon roe is very good with blinis and sour cream, or even spooned as is onto buttered toast. A bowl of white rice topped with a layer of ikura is a meal in itself with perhaps a few pickles on the side. For years I ate it straight out of the package before realizing you could cook with it.

• Why is saltfish salty?

  Much of the production of saltfish moved north concentrating in the Canadian Maritimes. Fish is salted in order to preserve it for future consumption. The objective is to rapidly remove moisture while allowing the salt to uniformly penetrate the flesh of the fish. This process occurs through osmosis.

• Can I eat prawns everyday?

  There is no real limit on the amount of marine foods you can consume on a weekly basis as long as it's excellent quality, from a reputable source and eaten as part of a varied diet.

• What can I use instead of flour to fry fish?

  While a mixture of flour and cornmeal is often used when frying fish, you can also fry it in cornmeal alone. Use a finely ground cornmeal for the best coverage. Create an extra thick and crunchy exterior by dipping the fish in milk or beaten eggs before dredging the fillets in cornmeal.

• What is Bata fish in English?

  Labeo bata (Bengali: বাটা, romanized: bātā) is a fish in genus Labeo. It is commonly known as bata, and is a native fish to India and Bangladesh.

• Can we eat mudfish?

  If you do decide to eat a mudfish, you'll need to take the time to pull out the bones before or after cooking it. They also aren't known to taste very good – people that have tried eating them have reported a strong, dirt flavor similar to most bottom-feeding fish.

• What cocktails go well with salmon?

  Cocktails with Salmon If you're smoking or curing your salmon for a cocktail party, bust out your martini glasses — a classic gin or vodka martini is an excellent accompaniment to the saltiness of salmon hors d'oeuvres, whether the martini is served with olives, cucumbers, or a twist of lemon.

• Why is my smoked fish dry?

  Weaker brines or not salting fish at all leaves smoked fish with a rather dull appearance. After brining the fish are carefully rinsed under cold running water to remove salt crystals and any traces of spices from the surface. Letting them to drain for 10-15 minutes will shorten drying.

• Is saba mackerel high in mercury?

  Saba is just plain old mackerel. Probably officially refgered to as Atlantic mackerel. They area small, usually 10-15" long and because they are small, probably pretty low in mercury and heavy metals....Is saba mackerel high in mercury?

  SPECIES	MERCURY CONCENTRATION MEAN (PPM)	MERCURY CONCENTRATION MEDIAN (PPM)
  WHITING	0.051	0.052

• Can shrimp and tetras live together?

  Yes, shrimp and neon tetras can live in the same tank, and they actually make a really great combo. Firstly, they share similar water requirements, saving you the trouble of any adjustment. More importantly, they share similar temperaments, decreasing the chances of some of your pets becoming a snack to another.

• Can I put 2 clownfish in a 10 gallon tank?

  Yes, you can have a single clownfish in a 10-gallon tank. If you plan to have a pair, you will need at least a 20 gallon.

• Which fish is not a bottom feeder?

  Farmed Tilapia, on the other hand, usually eat a carefully balanced plant-based diet, which may be supplemented with fish oils to give them extra Omega-3 fatty acids. Their food floats on the top of the water, so they come up to the surface to get it—no “bottom feeding” involved.

• Is there a season for herring?

  North Sea herring spawns from August to January in Dogger Bank. Norwegian spring spawning herring spawns between February and March and is at its best in the autumn. On the other hand, the premium catch period of the North Sea herring is in the summer, when it migrates close to the Norwegian coastline.

• Why you shouldn t eat canned tomatoes?

  The problem: The resin linings of tin cans contain bisphenol-A, a synthetic estrogen that has been linked to ailments ranging from reproductive problems to heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Unfortunately, acidity (a prominent characteristic of tomatoes) causes BPA to leach into your food.