Do oysters have minds?

From an anatomical standpoint, oysters do not have a brain or a central nervous system, so it is not likely that they would experience the world in the same way that other animals do. That said, it is unclear whether or not you need a brain in order to “feel” or process pain.

FAQ

• How old are betta fish at PetSmart?

  Pet store male bettas (PetSmart, petco) generally tend to be past their breeding prime, they tend to wait longer to ship them out, as Kytkattin said above, which results in fish with longer and more devoleved finnage... So generally around 8 months to a year old.

• Are conger eels aggressive?

  Conger eels have been known to attack divers. Theoretically they could kill a diver if they drowned him or severed a main artery. They do have a very strong bite and are aggressive.

• What happens if you eat bad fish?

  Symptoms occur rapidly, usually within an hour of eating spoiled fish, and typically include flushing, itching, rash, headache, rapid or irregular heartbeat, dizziness, sweating, burning of the mouth and throat, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps.

• How did snakeheads get to the US?

  It is believed that the northern snakehead fish entered the United States when aquarium owners discarded their unwanted exotic captive species into local waterways. ... Northern snakehead fish can spread by swimming underwater and are also capable of breathing out of the water to move short distances on land.

• How do you preserve fish with vinegar?

  Pack the cold fish in clean glass jars. Add a few whole spices, bay leaves, freshly sliced onions, and slices of lemon to every jar. Strain the vinegar solution and bring to a boil. Pour the vinegar solution into the jars until fish is covered.

• Do Snooks like pinfish?

  Pinfish are one of the best baits for catching snook. Snook just love them.

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• How do you stop fish from sticking to the grill?

  Using tongs, rub the clean grill rack with a paper towel dipped in canola oil. Repeat 5 or 6 times, once every 15 seconds. As the layers of oil heat, they form plastic-like polymers that help minimize contact between the fish and metal. Rubbing a thin layer of oil on the fish will also help minimize contact.

• Does smoked salmon go bad easily?

  Yes, smoked salmon go bad but after some time. Depending on where you store, it may even last for months. So if you're wondering about smoked salmon safety, it lasts between 1-2 weeks when stored under normal conditions. However, exposing it to high humidity or dump places could hasten its expiry.

• What makes cooked shrimp tough?

  If you add in the shrimp to your dish too early, then they get heat for too long and end up “tough and rubbery”. They (along with many other meat/protein) don't need a lot of cooking time, typically just a few minutes on the heat.

• How do you reheat frozen fried fish?

  Steps:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Place fried fish on a baking sheet or oven safe dish.
  3. Allow the fish to reheat for about 10 to 15 minutes (depending on oven).
  4. Keep checking to make sure that it is fully reheated in the center.
  5. Take out and enjoy.

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• How heavy is a 100 gallon fish tank?

  An empty 100 gallon tank weighs about 180 pounds. When filled with water it can weigh up to 900 pounds. Since salt water is heavier than freshwater your tank will weigh even more if it is a marine tank.

• Do you put vinegar in canned salmon?

  Open the tins, drain the salmon and put it in a large bowl. Add vinegar. ... I just kept adding it in small splashes and mixing it thoroughly into the salmon, and after a few splashes, added the DYC and the lemon juice, then a little more red wine vinegar until it tasted right. I added the salt at the end, tasting again..

• How long is fish good after smoked?

  Smoked fish products purchased at Pure Food Fish Market last for two days out of the refrigerator and for up to three weeks in the refrigerator. If you don't plan to immediately eat the smoked fish you've vacuum-packed, put it in the refrigerator (preferably at 38 degrees F or less) or into the freezer.

• Does salt Kill mudfish?

  Does Salt Kill Mudfish. The salt does not hurt the mudfishes. You can soak the fishes in the salty water, as it will draw the blood from the fish and taste better. Otherwise, you may feel a muddy taste.

• Will tilapia breed in a pond?

  Tilapia can be grown successfully in a variety of environments, including ponds, cages, raceways, and tanks. Urban farmers have even reported growing them in trash cans. If you are using a tank or cage, you will need to purchase the materials needed to set up these systems.

• Is fishy tasting fish bad?

  Oily fish have higher levels of fish oils and natural amines and so taste more strongly fishy. But in general fresh fish should smell and taste fresh and 'of the sea' and should not be noticeably fishy. Strong fishy tastes/aromas are signs of spoilage.

• What do chub fish eat?

  It is voracious and preys on insects, plants, and other fish. In North America the name chub is applied to many cyprinids, among them the abundant, widely distributed creek and hornyhead chubs (Semotilus atromaculatus and Nocomis, sometimes Hybopsis, biguttata).

• Do I soak bluefish in milk?

  If you've let your bluefish sit around just a bit too long, you might be tempted to try the time-honored method of “freshening” it by soaking it in milk. ... TMA is water-soluble, so a milk (or water) bath will leach some of it out of the fish. But if your fish needs that, it might already be too late to eat it fresh.

• Do fish bite in middle of day?

  Do fish bite in the middle of the day? You can catch a lot of fish in the middle of the day with the right approach. Fish are opportunistic predators and will readily eat at any time of day if the right prey presents itself. ... The warmer water reduces available oxygen and warm sun-lit water can reveal fish to be docile.

• What is a mack tuna?

  Mack tuna are members of the very important family Scombridae that includes all mackerel, tuna and bonito. Size. The Australian all-tackle game fishing record stands at 11.8 kilos, taken in Queensland back in 1973. The West Australian record is a bit smaller at 8.9 kilos taken off Exmouth in 1995 by Geoff Moyle.

• Can razor clams cut you?

  Razor clams just aren't that sharp, that doesn't mean you shouldn't be careful. After all when a razor clam shell is cut just right by your shovel, it can create a sharp edge, and when you reach in that would be more likely to cut you. So be cautious, but don't get overly worried.

• What is a mac tuna?

  They were called mackerel tuna because they can be common on mackerel grounds, such as Middle Ground in Bate Bay, off Cronulla. ... Mackerel tuna are a dark-fleshed fish. They fight hard when hooked. We like mac tuna as sashimi or prepared and cooked as striped tuna.