Can I feed my turtle dead fish?

Living in the wild, red eared slider turtles feed on aquatic vegetation, little fish, and material that is decaying such as frogs and dead fish. ... As pets, red eared sliders and other aquatic turtles can be fed daily as hatchlings and juveniles, reducing the feedings to every other day as adult turtles.

FAQ

• Do clams feel pain when cooked?

  The short answer to this question is that yes, it is cruel to cook shellfish and crustaceans alive, because although they have less extensive nervous systems than humans do, they still feel pain.

• What does a dying clam look like?

  Look for clams that are open, not closed Clams should be slightly open, and if you tap on them, the shells should close rather quickly. If the clam shells are closed or do not close when you tap on them, then the clam is dead.

• Do you put vinegar on fish?

  You can use vinegar as the acid. ... Adding vinegar to frying or boiling fish will also help reduce the fishy taste and smell, and it will also keep the meat soft. If you want to retain the white colour of fish, then keep it soaked in a mixture of 1 quarter water and two spoons of vinegar, for about 20 minutes.

• Does hard water kill shrimp?

  Change in hardness will not kill your shrimp like that. I keep shrimp in almost RO water and vary the hardness. Shrimp take calcium from their food and not only from the water.

• How does the herring spawn work?

  Nearshore waters flow chalky white with herring milt and eggs, drifting for kilometres along the coastline. ... The spawning herring and their eggs attract an abundance of predators – at a time when food resources tend to be low – that will forage for several weeks1.

• Can conger eels hurt you?

  CONGER EEL: It is not aggressive, but will clamp its jaws shut on fingers so remove the hooks with a disgorger. TRIGGER FISH: There is a sharp spine on dorsal fin. It has very sharp teeth. An aggressive species that will bite you finger if given the opportunity.

• Is Keta salmon high in omega 3?

  All wild Pacific salmon are rich in omega-3s, antioxidants, and vitamin D—factors that make them all exceptionally healthful....

  Salmon Species	Total Fat (grams)	Omega-3s (grams)
  Pink (humpie)	3.5	1.1
  Keta (chum)	3.2	2.1

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• Do fish die of old age?

  A fish dies of old age much the same as a human or a dog. As it ages the body does not work as well as it used to and organs start to fail, the immune system does not work as well and they get sick easier.

• Does salt help a dying fish?

  Salt essentially causes death by dehydration. By raising the salinity of the aquarium water, water is sucked out of the bacteria, fungus, or parasite as osmosis seeks to balance the salt concentration on each side of its membrane or skin.

• Should haddock taste fishy?

  Haddock is a mild, slightly sweet tasting fish without an overpowering fishy flavor. Its white flesh is lean, with low levels of oiliness, and fine flakes that are firm and tender once cooked. It is an excellent fish for kids and those that don't like to eat strong tasting, fishy seafood like anchovies or mackerel.

• How do you attract big fish?

  When you go fishing, you can bait up the area you are in to attract fish. You can do this anywhere, even offshore. If you are carp fishing, you will throw in dog pellets, fish pellets, and bread in the area you are fishing in. The carp will pick up on this and start moving into your area.

• Is branzino high in mercury?

  Branzino is not the most nutrient-dense fish for babies (sardines, trout, or wild salmon are best), but with its relatively low levels of mercury, branzino is a safe option for little ones. Once cooked, the fish has a flaky consistency and mild taste.

• Can you get sick from old shrimp?

  After testing them for bacteria and antibiotics, almost 20% of the ready-to-eat kind were ridden with the bad stuff. Those bacteria can potentially cause illnesses such as food poisoning—which could include diarrhea and dehydration—and, in rare instances, can even prove fatal.

• Can you save oil after frying fish?

  Yes, it is OK to reuse fry oil. Here's how to clean and store it: ① Once you've finished frying, let the oil cool. When it's reached a safe temperature, use a utensil to remove any large pieces of batter that might be left over.

• How long does a herring live?

  Biology. Atlantic herring are one of nearly 200 herring species in the family Clupeidae. They grow quickly, up to 14 inches. They can live up to 15 years.

• Do saltwater fish bite after it rains?

  Yes, inshore fishing after it rains can be great depending upon the fish species you are targeting. Rain means temperature drops, barometric pressure drops and less light and you can take advantage of all of these conditions to target snook, tarpon, redfish and speckled trout.

• What is the best bait for prawns?

  What is important is to offer a bait that will get a scent in the water column quickly to draw prawns into your trap. Baits include fresh herring, salmon, sardines, or mackerel. A better alternative is to use commercially available prawn bait pellets. They are made from fresh fish, fishmeal, and fish oil.

• Why do crayfish die in captivity?

  Crayfishes mainly die due to poor water parameters. They can also die because of larger & aggressive tank mates, uncycled tank, lack of oxygen and of course, too much age.

• Why is my fish floating but not dead?

  Unfortunately, in many cases, the fish isn't actually dead, but rather suffering from a problem with their swim bladder due to overfeeding. ... The swim bladder is an organ that is flexible and filled with gas. Fish use this organ to maintain their buoyancy in the water.

• What salmon is best for smoking?

  Smoked Sockeye Salmon – Sockeye is one of our favorite fish to smoke. With an extraordinarily high oil content, the meat absorbs wood smoke quickly, resulting in a complex combination of sweet, salt, and smoke. The flesh is also denser than other types of salmon, which allows it to stay firm during the smoking process.

• How long will fresh catfish last in the refrigerator?

  Keep fresh catfish in the refrigerator up to two days before cooking or freezing. Use frozen catfish within 4 to 6 months for best quality. After cooking, store catfish in the refrigerator three to four days; and two to three months in the freezer.

• What plants benefit from oyster shells?

  If you're growing leafy greens like lettuce and spinach or cruciferous vegetables like cabbage and broccoli, adding powdered oyster shells to your soil will make a big difference in your plants' overall growth rates and vitality. The coarse texture of oyster shells also helps to reduce compaction in the soil.