How do you know if a fish is a boy or girl?

Males are often slimmer but larger-bodied than females and are more vibrantly colored. The dorsal and anal fins of the male are more pointed, larger and more flowing than in the female. In many species, the male will display egg-shaped markings on the anal fin known as egg spots.

FAQ

• What is the yellow stuff in raw shrimp?

  Generally speaking, if you open the shrimp head, you will find that there are yellow and black things in it. The yellow color belongs to the ovary of the shrimp, which contains more fat and cholesterol.

• Which fish has less bones to eat?

  Though called Sea Bass, Bhetki is a riverine fish. The elasmobranchs (sharks, rays, and skates) don't have any hard (calcified) bones in their bodies. Instead, they have flexible cartilage where other vertebrates (you and I, for example) have true bones.

• Is peanut butter good for fishing?

  Peanut butter balls are a lot like boilies, but they're a lot cheaper to make. You just pack some peanut butter onto your hook, and you chuck it in the water. Peanut butter balls will usually sink to the bottom, but you can use a bobber to control the depth that you fish at. You don't need to use any weights.

• Is the shrimp at Popeyes spicy?

  Popeyes Is Unleashing All-New, Spicy Wicked Shrimp So... ... We think it has something to do with the spicy heat. They shrimp are marinated in a blend of Louisiana-style herbs and spices, including salt, pepper, onion, garlic, cayenne pepper, bay leaf, and a touch of sriracha, according to a spokesperson for the chain.

• Why do dead squid turn white?

  The pigment in their skin is controlled by nerves that cease to function when they are dead, so it turns clear and they appear greyish white. In the fish market the skin is usually removed so the under layer of white tube is visible and then they look really white. Most squid are completely harmless.

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• How do you prepare and eat clams?

  Grip the siphon with your fingers, swirl the clam around in the hot broth (it will help to warm up the clams and to dislodge any remaining grit or sand). Dip the clam into melted butter and eat! Note, the siphon end of the clam may be a bit tough and rubbery. You can eat it or not.

• Can you eat leftover fried shrimp cold?

  Yes it is, as long as the fried shrimp are still fresh enough to eat them as they are. They need to be reheated, not cooked again, otherwise they will have a texture like skipping rope.

• Do grass carp come to the surface?

  The grass carp will most often be found either feeding off of the surface of the water or just below the surface within the first few feet.

• What is the common name of Labeo rohita?

  The rohu, rui, or roho labeo (Labeo rohita) is a species of fish of the carp family, found in rivers in South Asia. It is a large omnivore and extensively used in aquaculture.

• Can you feed saltwater fish frozen shrimp?

  When it is time to feed your fish, take the shrimp out of the freezer and use a fine mesh cheese grater or lemon zester to shave tiny slivers of the shrimp onto a plate or into a bowl. I keep a small cup that I use exclusively for thawing frozen foods near my aquarium.

• What is the Alaska state record king salmon?

  Trophy Fish Certificate

  Alaska State Trophy Fish Recordholders
  Species	Trophy Certificate Min. Weight	Recordholders
  King salmon (from Kenai River)	75 lbs	97/4
  King salmon (from other waters)	50 lbs
  Chum salmon	15 lbs	32/0

• What happens when you soak clams in water?

  Soak your clams for 20 minutes in fresh water just before cooking. As the clams breathe they filter water. When the fresh water is filtered, the clam pushes salt water and sand out of their shells. After 20 minutes, the clams will have cleaned themselves of much of the salt and sand they have collected.

• How do I raise the pH level in my fish tank?

  How to raise pH in aquariums: Use reverse osmosis (RO) or deionized (DI) water to create the desired pH and buffering. Always prepare water and test pH before adding it to your aquarium. Use crushed coral or dolomite gravel for substrate.

• Why is farm-raised salmon bad?

  Additionally, farmed salmon has been found to contain toxic chemicals methylmercury and dioxins, and farms have been accused of polluting the oceans, fostering disease, and spreading sea lice.

• Do clams die when frozen?

  Thaw frozen clams in the refrigerator before using, and never refreeze them. ... Frozen clams certainly would be killed, and so wouldn't open upon steaming.

• Is microwaved fish bad?

  Microwaving. ... However, microwaving is a fast and relatively low-temperature cooking method. Because of this, it can actually preserve some nutrients better than some other cooking methods. In fact, many studies have found that microwaving fish can help prevent the loss of its healthy omega-3 fatty acids ( 45 , 48 , 54 ) ...

• Can a jellyfish eat a human?

  Jellyfish have tiny stinging cells in their tentacles to stun or paralyze their prey before they eat them. Inside their bell-shaped body is an opening that is its mouth. They eat and discard waste from this opening. ... But jellyfish don't purposely attack humans.

• How do you prepare horse mackerel?

  Steps

  1. Remove the innards of horse mackerel, wash and drain. Make a cross cut on the skin and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Stuff the sliced garlic and rosemary into the fish. ...
  3. Coat the fish with flour, heat a pan with plenty of olive oil. ...
  4. Turn over the fish when it's browned and crispy.

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• Can dried fish be frozen?

  For those who don't have time to bake, broil, or steam fish, a crispy, freeze-dried snack made from salmon may be ideal.

• Can you catch fish after a cold front?

  Fishing after cold fronts isn't ideal, but don't let low air temperatures keep you off the water. This time of the year can yield some very big fish that have been gorging on the shad that spawn in the backs of coves. Plus, there won't be much boat traffic.

• Does cooking salmon kill worms?

  Cooking seafood to an internal temperature of at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds also kills parasites, the CDC says.