Do carp have predators?

Predators on young carp include large fish such as northern pike, muskellunge, and largemouth bass. Birds such as great blue herons probably also eat them. Adults have no predators other than people.

FAQ

• Does salt fish expire?

  Salt cod can stay in your refrigerator almost indefinitely -- bringing a whole new meaning to a pantry meal. Before it can be eaten, the product must be soaked in cold water for one to three days, changing the water two to three times a day.

• How many days in a row is it safe to eat tuna?

  How often should you eat canned tuna?

  Body weight in pounds (lb)	Recommended interval between servings of white albacore tuna	Recommended interval between servings of chunk light tuna
  80	2 weeks	6 days
  90	2 weeks	5 days
  100	2 weeks	5 days
  110	12 days	4 days

• Why do octopus die after mating?

  The male dies soon after mating, but the female has to live on to lay the eggs, which aren't ready immediately. Death comes because the octopus has used up all of his body's energy in growing, then in mating. It's like a salmon swimming upstream to mate. It won't swim back down.

• Do fish die in aquaponics?

  Dead fish happens in an aquaponics system sometimes, but if there's more than one dead fish in your system, you need to check your system. The first you need to check is the ammonia level. Too much ammonia can kill your fish, so you need to check your ammonia levels regularly.

• Can I eat mackerel everyday?

  The FDA lists albacore tuna as a “once a week choice.” And while Atlantic mackerel is low in mercury and okay to eat two or more times a week, King mackerel is a high mercury fish that the FDA recommends avoiding.

• Do cuttlefish have enemies?

  Cuttlefish eat small molluscs, crabs, shrimp, fish, octopus, worms, and other cuttlefish. Their predators include dolphins, sharks, fish, seals, seabirds, and other cuttlefish. ... Cuttlefish also have one of the largest brain-to-body size ratios of all invertebrates.

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• Do you eat smoked fish hot or cold?

  Both types of smoked salmon can be eaten cold right out of the package. Hot-smoked salmon can also be reheated and is great in hot dishes. Unlike fresh salmon, which should be prepared and eaten within 48 hours, smoked salmon has a longer shelf life. It can be enjoyed for up to a week.

• Is kingfish a good fish to eat?

  Kingfish produce large and thick fillets and they tend to be oily, so they are an outstanding choice for long and careful low-temperature smoking. Seasoned well, and smoked so they're not dry over orange, lemon, hickory or oak wood, king mackerel are delicious. Kings also are good coming off a grill.

• What is another name for Atlantic salmon?

  Other names used for the Atlantic salmon are: bay salmon, black salmon, caplin-scull salmon, fiddler, sebago salmon, silver salmon, outside salmon and winnish. At different points in their maturation and life cycle, they are known as parr, smolt, grilse, grilt, kelt, slink, and spring salmon.

• Is cold smoked salmon safe to eat raw?

  According to a Colorado State University Extension's SafeFood Rapid Response Network newsletter, cold-smoked salmon is considered safe for healthy, non-immune-compromised persons.

• Should salmon be baked covered or uncovered?

  Oven-roasted salmon doesn't have a set temperature for doneness, so how long to bake salmon depends on the thickness of your fish. ... Bake salmon, uncovered, 4 to 6 minutes per ½-inch thickness.

• Can tropical fish eat krill?

  Nutritionally dense and full of energising carbohydrates, krill make an excellent food option for almost all omnivorous and carnivorous fish. Even large carnivores like sharks and rays will enjoy crunching on them from time to time. If you want to make your fish happy, consider krill the perfect treat!

• Where do most oysters live?

  Oysters live in salty or brackish waters on all U.S. coasts, clustering on older shells, rock, piers, or any hard, submerged surface. They fuse together as they grow, forming rock-like reefs that provide habitat for other marine animals and plants.

• How can you tell if tuna is sushi grade?

  Colour Matters. Youcan determine the quality and freshness of seafood by the look and feel of it. When it comes to tuna, its colour is going to play a primary role when determining if it's truly sushi grade. Avoid tuna that has a glowing, plastic and almost transparent red to it.

• Why should we avoid fish?

  Contamination & Health Risks Eating fish of any sort creates worrisome health risks. Fish can accumulate high levels of of mercury and carcinogens like PCBs. As the world's oceans become increasingly polluted, eating fish becomes fraught with ever-increasing health concerns.

• Can I keep crawfish alive in a tank?

  Crawfish are not difficult to keep in an aquarium, and they're interesting pets to watch. They can be purchased from many pet stores or caught in their natural habitat. Also known as crayfish, there are many varieties to choose from, such as the blue crayfish, Louisiana crayfish and dwarf crayfish.

• How much water do you need to steam oysters?

  Try to use a pot that can hold at least 8 quarts of water. Your pot needs to be able to fit a steaming basket or colander, as these are used to hold the oysters themselves. Bring the water level to about halfway up the pot. Keep a transparent lid handy, as you'll want to watch the oysters getting steamed.

• Why do people suck on shrimp heads?

  That's a sac of fat, and that fat gives the shrimp much of its flavor. That's why just about anyone who knows what he's doing will at least suck the head; it's to get that tasty fat out. , Organic chemist, Pest control, chef, 4-wheel enthusiast. The same reason people doing a crayfish/crawfish boil suck out the head.

• Can tuna cans be recycled?

  Tuna Cans. Some small tuna cans are made out of aluminum, and also recycle easily. ... If the can is steel, it should be placed into your steel can recycling bin if available.

• When catching fish spear fishermen aim below the image of the fish?

  When shooting INTO the water, one needs to shoot low due to the higher index of refraction water has compared with air. The deeper the fish, the lower you have to aim below it. Normally the further the fish is away. The further above the fish you need aim.

• Do fish mourn their dead?

  In general, grieving is unlikely in fish - unless you have individually bonded fish which might be possible in some species. ... There is something called Schreckstoff - it is a substance that fish release when they are distressed.

• Can you eat salted fish raw?

  Most salt water seafood can be eaten raw; fish, oysters, clams, scallops, squid, octopus, conch, shrimp, etc.

• How long does it take for pellicle to form?

  What is a pellicle? The pellicle seals and creates a sticky surface on the fish for the smoke to adhere to. Place the brined salmon in front of a fan to dry and develop a shiny skin, this should take 4 hours and is vital to do.