How did red swamp crayfish get to Ontario?

The species was likely introduced to Ontario by anglers from other areas discarding crayfish they were using as bait. Rusty crayfish may also have been put in lakes or rivers by people who acquired them as pets or through the scientific supply trade.

FAQ

• Do starfish kill dogs?

  If large enough pieces are eaten they can cause a blockage in the digestive tract but honestly I have only seen this happen once and it was a small dog that ate an entire starfish. ... I suspect she will be just fine but I would watch for vomiting, refusing to eat, painful abdomen or trouble passing stool.

• Can you freeze fresh caught crayfish?

  Due to their texture, crawfish can be stored in the freezer. This is great for those who want to store crawfish for longer than a month. You can freeze crawfish with their entire body or just the tail.

• Do bubblers stress fish?

  If your water is not circulating or low on oxygen, then a bubbler could be just what you need! ... Certain fish have adapted to stagnant water, like betta, and can even draw water from the surface. In this case, the water movement caused by a bubbler can actually stress the fish.

• Can fin nipping kill fish?

  Fin nipping can kill over time because the fish will become stressed. It is generally accpeted now that fish do feel pain, though it is still debated, so I would say that yes, it is hurting them.

• Are Mollies OK with shrimp?

  yes. Mollies will eat most anything. Most anything will eat CRS, or any shrimp small enough for them to tear apart.

• How long is rainbow trout good for?

  Gutted rainbow trout packed in ice keep in first class condition for 1 week and remain acceptable for 2 weeks; the shelf life of ungutted fish is much shorter, and chilled storage of ungutted trout cannot be recommended.

• How do you farm shrimp in a tank?

  Set up your shrimp tanks. Allot 10 shrimp per 20 gallons of water to give shrimp adequate personal space. Set up a pump and filter system; line the aquarium with substrate and provide rocks and plants for shrimp to hide. Put the heater and thermostat in the aquarium, and fill it with dechlorinated or distilled water.

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• Can you put ready to eat salmon in microwave?

  That said, learning how to reheat baked salmon is really quite easy. ... Using a microwave safe dish, microwave your leftover salmon for about 30 seconds. After 30 seconds, re-adjust your salmon to ensure even heating. Continue reheating in 30-second increments until your salmon reaches the desired internal temperature.

• Do trout bite after heavy rain?

  Yes, trout fishing is very good after it rains or even during rain. The rain causes the water to darken and flood with oxygen. Along with this, it will rinse insects and other sources of food from the bank into the water. The result is a trout feeding frenzy.

• Why do frozen shrimp taste like chlorine?

  Emeril's site says: If you buy cooked shrimp from the grocery, know this, they likely look pretty because of a preservative chemical that causes the shrimp to be milky white and bright coral but it leaves a heavy chlorine-like taste.

• Can a fish fly?

  Despite their name, flying fish aren't capable of powered flight. Instead they propel themselves out of the water at speeds of more than 35 miles (56 kilometers) an hour. Once in the air, their rigid “wings” allow them to glide for up to 650 feet (200 meters).

• Can snails eat ghost shrimp?

  Most ghost shrimp keepers fear that snails will try to eat their ghost shrimps, or vice versa. But that's not the actual case. Yes, you can definitely keep snails with ghost shrimps. In fact, it is beneficial to keep snails with ghost shrimps.

• When can I add cleaner shrimp to my tank?

  If it's been less than 2 weeks, I'd wait on the Cleaner Shrimp. They're very delicate and sensitive to swings water parameters. Let your cleaner crew establish itself for at least 2 weeks after you know that your cycle is complete and you should be good to go.

• How do you cook fish on a charcoal grill?

  Place the fish, skin-side down, over the hottest part of the fire, leaving them there until the edges begin to crisp, about 2 minutes. To finish cooking, rotate the grill grate so the fish sits opposite the hot coals. Cover the grill and continue to cook for another 8-10 minutes, until fish is cooked through.

• What do tilapia eats?

  Tilapia ingest a wide variety of natural food organisms, including plankton, some aquatic macrophytes, planktonic and benthic aquatic invertebrates, larval fish, detritus, and decomposing organic matter.

• How long can you keep frozen cooked prawns in the freezer?

  Both cooked and raw prawns can be kept in your refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you don't think they will be eaten in that time, opt for the freezer. If they are kept at a temperature below -18c, prawns can last between 6-8 months.

• Do catfish like freshwater drum?

  They're prized by many catfish anglers as the are considered by many to be an excellent bait for blue catfish, and are most often fished as cut bait. ... Freshwater drum is one of my “go to” baits when fishing for blue catfish and I consider to be cut Gaspergou to be one of the best baits for blue catfish.

• Do pearls really come from clams?

  Pearls are made by marine oysters and freshwater mussels as a natural defence against an irritant such as a parasite entering their shell or damage to their fragile body. ... Other bivalve molluscs and gastropods can produce pearls, but these aren't made of nacre.

• What do spot prawns taste like?

  Famous for their size, spot prawns are similar to crossing the taste and texture of a Dungeness crab and a lobster. Having a sweet, rich, and buttery flavour, they are a sustainable source of vitamin D and other nutritious elements. The deliciousness of BC spot prawns can make any stomach gurgle with anticipation.

• Can Oscars eat fish flakes?

  Yes, you can feed flakes to your Oscar fish. While choosing flakes for your Oscar Fish, just make sure that it is high quality i.e. it contains a good amount of protein. There are flakes that are specially made for cichlids that contain a high amount of protein so you should choose Cichlids flakes for your Oscar fish.

• What is the healthiest frozen fish?

  White fish such as hoki or tarakihi has lots of omega-3, and oily fish such as salmon or tuna has even more. We recommend choosing products with 200mg or more omega-3 per 100g.

• Can I eat week old salmon?

  Can you eat week old salmon? Finally, you get around to eating it two days after you cooked it, but then you're left wondering, “Is this still OK to eat?” The answer—YES. In fact, salmon lasts in the fridge for up to 3 days after it has been cooked.

• What does ribbon fish eat?

  They feed primarily on small fish and shrimp. These fish are found throughout Gulf waters. The Atlantic cutlassfish is found in the Atlantic, Indian and western Pacific Oceans.