How do you tell a fish’s gender?

You can determine the sex of your fish by inspecting its gonads (reproductive organs), which are located towards the top of the gut cavity. Mature female fish will have orange ovaries and male fish will have white testes (see photos above).

FAQ

• How do you know you have salmonella poisoning?

  Salmonella infection can be detected by testing a sample of your stool. However, most people have recovered from their symptoms by the time the test results return. If your doctor suspects that you have a salmonella infection in your bloodstream, he or she may suggest testing a sample of your blood for the bacteria.

• Is torpedo a bony fish?

  For attack and defense, the common torpedo can deliver a strong electric shock of up to 200 volts. It is a solitary, nocturnal ambush predator that feeds mainly on bony fishes and crustaceans....

  Common torpedo
  Order:	Torpediniformes
  Family:	Torpedinidae
  Genus:	Torpedo
  Species:	T. torpedo

• What is the biggest prawn size?

  The Jumbo Tiger Prawn is found in local waters and is the largest prawn in the world. It can grow up to 33cm and can be easily distinguished by the light and dark stripes on its tail. The Teochews nicknamed them as Gao Chap Hei, which is a reference to their distinctive stripes.

• Can too many snails kill my fish?

  Nuisance snails can become a real problem as they breed rapidly and thrive on uneaten fish food, plants and algae. They even eat dead fish. Their size means that, however hard you try, you never seem to eradicate them all — and they always come back in force!

• Does smoked fish go bad?

  Yes, smoked salmon go bad but after some time. Depending on where you store, it may even last for months. So if you're wondering about smoked salmon safety, it lasts between 1-2 weeks when stored under normal conditions. ... Additionally, keeping smoked salmon in a fridge or freezer can assure you months of freshness.

• How long do you fry fish in oil?

  Place 1 or 2 pieces of fish at a time in plastic bag with bread crumbs; seal bag and shake to coat completely. Fry fish in batches in hot oil about 4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown.

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• How big do mackerel have to be to eat?

  Mackerel are great to eat but remember that the minimum size to retain mackerel is 30cm, and while it can be easy to catch many mackerel in a session only take what will be eaten or used as bait.

• Can too much aquarium salt kill fish?

  And also, keep in mind that you should not add too much of aquarium salt to your fish tank because too much of the salt will kill your fish damaging fish's kidneys. ... These electrolytes in water may lose when the water is changed in the aquarium and need to be replaced with new aquarium salt.

• What is butterfish in Tagalog?

  Butterfish. More Filipino words for butter fish. duhay noun. butter fish.

• Can a Pictus Catfish live alone?

  It isn't uncommon for people to keep Pictus Catfish as a single specimen; they will survive on their own with no problem. However most people who keep them, do so in a shoal, as they are a shoaling species by nature.

• Can fresh shucked oysters be frozen?

  Shucked Oysters: Freeze them. They freeze beautifully. You can freeze the oysters directly in the package they arrived in (10 oz jar / pint container / half gallon bag) or in a ziplock freezer bag.

• How do you know when rainbow trout is cooked?

  The best way to tell if your fish is done is by testing it with a fork at an angle, at the thickest point, and twist gently. The fish will flake easily when it's done and it will lose its translucent or raw appearance. A good rule of thumb is to cook the fish to an internal temperature of 140-145 degrees.

• What are tiny prawns called?

  Shrimp come in all sizes There are lots of teeny tiny shrimp — they are called shrimp, after all. Some types of emperor shrimp only grow to about four millimetres long. That is seriously small. However, some shrimp can grow to more than 20 centimetres.

• Is mackerel good frozen?

  Mackerel for freezing should be chilled immediately after capture and frozen within 24 hours; mackerel with a high fat content should preferably be frozen within 12 hours. Frozen mackerel, properly glazed and kept in cold storage at -30°C, will keep in good condition for at least 6 months.

• Is the black part of a shrimp poop?

  The little black line on the bottom of the shrimp, also called a “vein,” is just a digestive tract. Depending on what the shrimp ate before it was caught, it could be darker than the rest of the meat. It could have some sand in it, or algae.

• How long can dried shrimp last?

  Dried shrimp do not keep indefinitely; store them airtight in the refrigerator for a up to a month or in the freezer for longer.

• Can you freeze tuna?

  Yes, tuna can freeze perfectly-well, if you store it the right way. Tuna has dense meat that does not spoil when exposed to ice crystals. Pop it in air-tight bags and containers, or even better, dip in saltwater before wrapping. Your tuna will be good to go even after 3 months.

• Is KFC keto friendly?

  KFC. Although KFC is renowned for the Colonel's crispy fried chicken, its batter unfortunately adds 8-11 net carbs for just one medium-sized piece. That being said, KFC can still be a keto-friendly spot to hit up when ordering Kentucky grilled chicken.

• What kind of dessert goes with fried fish?

  For stronger fish filets such as cod, salmon and tuna, lemon desserts such as sorbet, key lime pie and lemon meringue pie compliment the fish flavors while cleansing the pallet.

• Is it rude to slurp oysters?

  He told Food&Drink: 'The upmarket way to eat is to simply tip the contents into the mouth from the shell, having loosened the contents beforehand with a fork. Slurping is not advisable. ... If not, just use a normal small fork. Never ask for an oyster fork or that will set you into a class of your own.

• Is tilapia a real fish or is it genetically engineered?

  At least 35 species of fish are currently being genetically engineered around the world, including trout, catfish, tilapia, striped bass, flounder, and many species of salmon. ... The genes engineered in these experimental fish come from a variety of organisms, including other fish, coral, mice, bacteria, and even humans.

• Is fish maw easy to digest?

  4. maw but also with chicken, duck or fish stew, fish maw because of sticky, after eating, it is difficult to digest, so drink soup with other supplements among fewer components, the number of times you can eat more.

• What is the best tasting tuna species?

  Bluefin is usually served in top-notch sushi restaurants because it is, quite simply, the most delicious tuna available in the world. In particular, the fat and protein are perfectly balanced, and pieces have a melt-in-your-mouth-type feel.