How did the red swamp crayfish get to Canada?

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources says conservation officers in St. Clair County were notified in mid-July that the red swamp crayfish were found as a truck tried to cross from the U.S. at Sarnia, Ontario. The DNR says the truck originated in Canada and had been in Maryland and Arkansas to pick up its cargo.

FAQ

• Is Costco tilapia safe to eat?

  Whether it be our Fresh Tilapia from Mexico and Honduras or the frozen Kirkland Tilapia Loins from Costco, it is all free of mercury. ... In fact, our Tilapia can safely be enjoyed more than twice a week, if you're looking to eat more seafood.

• Should you remove shrimp tails before cooking?

  You can leave the shell on the tail or remove it, depending on your recipe. Shrimp have a dark threadlike digestive tract (aka vein) running along their curved backs. You need to remove this after thawing and before cooking shrimp, otherwise you could get a bit of sandy grit in your meal.

• How do you keep crawfish alive before cooking?

  Keep the crawfish alive by keeping them cool and moist. They need oxygen, so don't store them in an airtight container with the lid tightly closed. If you do transport them in a cooler, sprinkle them with water and leave the lid ajar. If they'll be in the cooler for hours, place a bag of ice in the cooler.

• Is it safe to eat salmon with worms?

  Live worms can only be transferred to humans if the meat is raw, lightly cured, or undercooked. "As soon as the salmon is cooked, it's still disgusting but never dangerous, but if the fish is eaten raw, there can be an infection," Gänzle said.

• Could a giant squid attack a boat?

  The 26-foot-long (7.9-meter) squid gave up before its demise, or that of the boat. Some scientists are skeptical that squid are dangerous to humans or watercraft, suggesting that they're a species with a fish-based diet, and therefore have no need to attack humans or the steel of a ship.

• Is Walmart good for fishing?

  Most Walmarts carry the Berkley Lightning Rod and Berkley Lightning Shock. They are both under $50 and great rods for the money. The Lightning and Lightning Shock are nearly the equal of some rods I own that cost 3 times that. Walmart also carries the UglyStik.

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• Is cod better than tilapia?

  Tilapia. You may have heard that cold saltwater fish, like cod, are top sources of omega-3 fatty acids, the polyunsaturated fats that help raise "good" HDL cholesterol levels. ... But because fresh-water tilapia contains more total fat than cod, it has nearly as many omega-3s.

• Is ahi tuna fishy?

  It's a really mild white fish. Prepared correctly it will not be fishy. Ahi is a fantastic fish.

• What is wrong with the pilchards?

  Recall of pilchards at Shoprite, Checkers: 'Bloated' cans could make consumers sick. A "canning deficiency" at a processing factory may cause cans of pilchards to bloat. There is a small chance that consumers could fall ill due to the problem, a representative of the company said.

• Is wild salmon dry?

  When we cook wild salmon, we find that when it's cooked to 125 degrees – which is our preferred temperature for most fish and for farm-raised salmon – it tastes a little dry. That is because it has less fat, and the muscles fibers are already a little bit firmer.

• Why is my fish tank getting dirty so fast?

  If your tank is too small, the fish will be stressed and the tank will get dirty much faster. Your tank should not be overly large, however, or the fish will be uncomfortable and it will be much more space to keep clean. ... Some species of fish will also nibble algae and help keep the tank clean.

• How long can a fish not eat?

  Don't Feed Your Fish As for food, freshwater fish are quite capable of going for several days without a meal. Healthy adult fish can go for a week or two without feeding. However, young fish don't have the fat stores of adult fish and they cannot go without eating very long.

• What attracts fish fishing?

  Natural bait, alive or dead, is considered the best choice by some anglers, because fish recognize the look and smell. You can use natural bait, like shrimp, worms, insects or even ants, depending on the fish you want to catch.

• Can you play with pet fish?

  Did you know that you can actually play with your pet fish? Many fish owners do not realize that their betta fish can be played with just like with any other pet. Although your fish may not fetch like a dog, it can still provide entertainment as long as you take the time to entertain it as well.

• Is the liquid in canned clams clam juice?

  Canned clams are ideal for recipes that call for only the meat of the clams. You can buy them whole or chopped. Be aware that, as with most canned products, canned clams are higher in sodium than fresh. Clam juice, the strained liquid of shicked clams, is often used as a cooking liquid for seafood dishes.

• How fast can squids fly?

  11.2 metres per second It's only now, though, that marine biologists from Hokkaido University have discovered exactly how these squids squirt water out fast enough to propel themselves through the air at up to 11.2 metres per second -- faster than Usain Bolt's top speed of 10.31 metres per second.

• Can you BBQ fish?

  If searing is not on your grilling game plan, simply place the fish skin side down directly on the grate. Per inch of fish, the general rule is to allow 8-10 minutes of grill time. So, if your fish is two inches in thickness, grill each side for about six to eight minutes.

• How do you make squid soft and tender?

  To tenderise the meat and remove some of the chewiness, soak the squid in either lemon juice or kiwi fruit juice for half an hour before cooking. The acidity helps to break down the texture. Alternatively, tenderise by soaking the squid in milk overnight, covered and refrigerated.

• Is Keta salmon good for smoking?

  Keta salmon is a classic choice for traditional smoked salmon, because of its texture and oil content. These fillets are vacuum sealed and ready to eat.

• Is oyster sauce fishy?

  The saltiness is less like table salt and more like briny ocean water. And those oysters lend tons of umami and rich savoriness to the sauce. Despite being full of seafood, the flavor actually isn't as fishy and funky as fish sauce is, and it's surprisingly a little less salty than soy sauce.

• How long does it take for fish to lay eggs?

  Well approximately it takes about 3-4 weeks for the fish to lay the eggs. the eggs then may hatch at around 1-2 weeks, there hardly is a explanation for the sex of a jewel. so there may be that the male has more spots than the female.

• How many crawfish should I eat?

  As a rule of thumb, you will need about 3 to 5 pounds per guest if they are the main protein of the meal. There's no greater catastrophe than not having enough crawfish for everyone!

• Can fish just appear in ponds?

  This may sound a bit unbelievable at first, but it is true. Fish and other aquatic creatures may already be living in a fresh pond (or one that refills after being dry for a while), but you may not see them until some time after their formation. ... Certain species dig deep into the mud of a pond and lay their eggs there.

• What's the best time to catch catfish?

  Summer Sure, summer is the best time to find Catfish, but you can catch them all year round. It's not uncommon to even catch Channel Cats through ice! It varies based on the species but the general rule of thumb is that they like deep, slow-moving water in winter and shallower, faster water in the summer.

• Is spoiled fish bad for dogs?

  He may be just fine or you may see some diarrhea from the bacteria in the rotten fish. Dog stomachs are pretty acid which not only helps digest food but also does a pretty good job of killing off bacteria in the decomposing items they love so much. If you see digestive upset try a bland diet.