How do you know when fish are spawning?

Watch the male fish behavior. Around the time of spawning, they may swim in groups along the surface of the water or the edges of the pond (see Reference 1). The males will chase the females around the pond and attempt to beat the eggs out of her when the fish begin spawning (see Reference 1).

FAQ

• Can cold smoked salmon be cooked?

  How should cold-smoked salmon be used? Cold-smoked salmon is best enjoyed cold and fresh. In other words, don't cook it or bake it.

• Can shrimp go in a 1 gallon tank?

  They will do ok in 1 gallon tanks. You will have to stay on top of the water situation though, as shrimp and inverts need stability. They can live in a variety of PH's and conditions, but need stability so things don't fluctuate.

• Is menhaden herring?

  Atlantic menhaden is a species of herring with a thick body flattened sideways and a sharp-edged belly. Its large head, almost one third of its total body length, distinguishes it from other fish in the herring family, such as river herring.

• Do mackerel die if handled?

  We found that mackerel caught on barbless hooks and never handled, just dropped into keep tanks or nets, survived quite well if allowed to swim freely, but holding a mackerel caused enough damage to eventually kill it, sometimes two days later.

• Does Popeyes shrimp have poop?

  It is not a poop taste (as one would imagine). It is neither great nor awful. The shrimp does not gain anything in taste by keeping it intact and removing it does not affect the taste negatively. The digestive tract is usually removed for aesthetic reasons more than for health reasons.

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• Is there such a fish as a kipper?

  What are kippers? A kipper is a fat herring (caught in season) that has been split through the back, gutted, opened flat, salted or brined to reduce its water content and then cold smoked. This is a process that cures and dries the fish while imparting a smoky flavour, without exposing it to heat.

• Why is black tiger shrimp expensive?

  The smaller ones like the one in the photo cost around $23/kg (expensive this year due to lack of supply because of virus affecting the farms) and they can mostly be found at the supermarkets.

• How long does it take to defrost frozen shrimp?

  10 to 20 minutes Dump those shrimp directly into a big bowl of cold water so they're all completely covered. (Warm water will start to change the tender texture of the shrimp, so please, make sure to use cold water. That's important.) Depending on the size of the shrimp, this process can take anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes.

• Can I keep guppies with shrimp?

  The short answer to this question is yes, guppies and shrimp can be placed in the same aquarium. However, you need to understand that shrimps are in the food chain for guppies albeit a bit lower down the line. In simple terms, guppies eat shrimp including the cherry shrimp species.

• Why is my catfish digging?

  Fish may also dig for their food. Many species of catfish and carp will root through substrate looking for food. The "whiskers" or barbels on catfish and carp actually function as sense organs, helping them to detect food when they dig. These help fish "taste" food in the substrate when they are rooting around for it.

• Can I keep tilapia as a pet?

  Tilapia is more commonly known as the type of fish served in restaurant rather than the one kept in aquariums as pet. They are basically a type of cichlids and among the most popular species in this group are Blue tilapia, Red tilapia and Wami tilapia. ...

• Can you eat smoked fish skin?

  Fish skin has been eaten safely throughout history. It's even a popular snack in many countries and cultures. As long as fish have been properly cleaned and the outer scales fully removed, the skin is typically safe to eat.

• What color koi is most expensive?

  A red and white Koi Carp fish was sold for a record £1.4 million (Dh6. 7 million) in an auction in Japan to became the world's most expensive fish. The 3feet 3ins long fish was bought by a collector from Taiwan for £1 million more than previous world record.

• How do you keep fried fish crispy?

  Right – The smart way to drain the excess oil from your fried seafood is by using a cooling rack (the same thing you use to cool off baked goods). Place the rack over a cookie sheet, allowing the oil to drip to the bottom. The fish will stay crispy and your guests will be happy.

• How long can a fish survive in a bag?

  Some say that fish can last 9 or 10 hours in a bag (or even a day or two in some cases). However, it's best for you and your fish if you stick to leaving your fish in the bag for 5 to 7 hours. A lot of fish can stay alive without oxygen for 2 days in shallow water.

• How do you lower the pH of shrimp?

  Lower pH in Shrimp Tank

  1. Reverse osmosis water. The easiest and safest method is using an RO system in shrimp tanks. Reverse osmosis water is almost free of minerals and can be used to soften your tap water. ...
  2. Cholla wood. Again, it has almost the same effect as driftwood.
  3. Nitrates. Nitrates will lower the pH.

• Are Golden oysters good?

  They resemble a bouquet of beautiful yellow flowers, smell like fresh watermelon, and taste like roasted cashews when you saute them in oil! An excellent gourmet mushroom for local food markets since this one does not ship well over long distances.

• Can you eat fish innards?

  Animal innards, aka organ meats, are edible- for the most part, fish have the same internal organs. There's no reason why the same organs that are edible in animals should be inedible in fish.

• What can I use instead of crawfish?

  I suggest using shrimp instead of crawfish if you can't find crawfish tails. Be sure to add an additional 2 tablespoons of butter to the etouffee while it cooks in place of the crawfish fat, which adds gorgeous and wonderful seafood flavor.

• What is the best flies for trout fishing?

  These are the flies we have in our boxes wherever we are trout fishing.

  • Copper John. The Copper John is the best-selling trout fly of all time. ...
  • Beadhead Prince Nymph. ...
  • Bead Head Pheasant Tail Nymph. ...
  • Lightning Bug. ...
  • Pink Squirrel. ...
  • Elk Hair Caddis. ...
  • Parachute Adams. ...
  • Pass Lake.

• How cold is too cold to bass fish?

  BEST TEMPERATURES FOR CATCHING FISH IN LAKE HOPATCONG

  LAKE SPECIES	Too Cold F	Best Temps F
  LARGEMOUTH BASS	49	63-75
  MUSKIE	50	60-70
  RAINBOW TROUT	43	52-56
  SMALLMOUTH BASS	59	64-68

• Are shrimp in the sea?

  Shrimp, any of the approximately 2,000 species of the suborder Natantia (order Decapoda of the class Crustacea). Close relatives include crabs, crayfish, and lobsters. ... Shrimp occur in all oceans—in shallow and deep water—and in freshwater lakes and streams. Many species are commercially important as food.

• How do you defrost tuna quickly?

  Quick Thaw Method: Unpackage desired number of fish fillets and place in a sealable plastic bag. Remove as much air from the bag as possible and immerse in cold water for approximately 30 minutes.

• What size hooks for carp?

  Medium ones, around 20 lb, can go on sizes 6-10. Usually, smaller hooks get a bit more bites. Larger carp, around 30 lb, or even heavier, will go better on hook size 6-2. These hooks go well with larger boilies. Besides that, large carp have large mouth, and will easily spit out a small, like size 10, hook.

• Where do big catfish hide in ponds?

  Catfish tend to hangout in the deepest parts of the pond. Look for a hole or a dip in the ground underwater. You are also likely to find catfish near any obstruction in the pond, like a dam or a pile or rocks.

• How long can crawfish sit out after being cooked?

  Can you leave cooked crawfish out overnight? Shellfish should never be allowed to sit at room temperature for longer than two hours. Bacteria that cause spoilage, illness, or both multiply rapidly at room temperature.

• Why should you not eat farm raised shrimp?

  Most industrial shrimp farms are so crowded and unsanitary that producers must use high levels of pesticides, antibiotics and other chemicals (many of them are banned in the United States) in order to prevent disease. Residues of these toxins end up in the flesh of the shrimp, posing threats to consumer health.

• What does water which is too pure has no fish mean?

  What the heck does that mean? When I say it, it is an attempt to convey "Everything in moderation, including moderation." Or said another way, "Don't try for perfection, you won't get there, and in addition, it is not ideal. Too much perfection and purity stifles life."