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How far can a fish smell?

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Even in clear water, most freshwater fish usually can see no further than 15 feet. Like people, fish can see movement, brightness and color. Some fish, such as shallow-water fish, can detect most colors seen by humans but many other fish cannot see a full range of colors.

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  • Can you fish with two dry flies?

    FISHING A DRY AND DROPPER is one possible combination. You can also fish two wet flies or two dry flies. You can even fish three (or more) wet flies or one dry and two wets, if the wets are small or if the dry fly is large and floats well.

  • What can I use shrimp powder for?

    One excellent use is a small amount added to fried rice, but shrimp powder does need to be used in moderation due to its strong flavour and aroma. A pinch is usually enough. A small amount will also intensify any seafood-based noodle soup, such as lakhsa, and it works very well with coconut-based dishes too.

  • How many times a week should you eat prawns?

    Question: Is there any limit to eating seafood like prawns and smoked salmon? As in, is it okay to eat them both four times a week? There is no real limit on the amount of marine foods you can consume on a weekly basis as long as it's excellent quality, from a reputable source and eaten as part of a varied diet.

  • How do you dry smelt fish?

    To dry the smelt, we lay them an inch apart, side-by-side, row-by-row, to avoid bugs laying eggs. I once had to redo a tub of fish because they were overlapping one another. As we lay the fish, the men gather extra clothing to make scarecrows.

  • How long will vacuum sealed smoked salmon last?

    What is the shelf life of thawed vacuum sealed Salmon? A. You don't gain any shelf life per se for vacuum sealing fresh uncooked Salmon. If kept refrigerated, smoked salmon however, will last about 20 days unopened.

  • What time do fish feed at night?

    In the evenings, aim to fish an hour before sunset and several hours after. This can be around 9 pm to midnight in the summer, and 4 pm to 7 pm in the winter.

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  • What should I do if I catch a carp?

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    Most dying fish can be easily revived with changes to the water. Maintaining water quality is essential to keeping your fish happy and healthy—and alive. You can buy a fish tank water testing kit at most pet stores. These tests can help you identify any problems with the water, such as high ammonia.

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