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Can a fish survive without a body?

Asked: Paul Andrew Odabashian, Last Updated:

A fish rescued from a Thai market survived six months without half its body and tail. ... He nicknamed the fish "I-half'.

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  • Why is my catfish meat red?

    Catfish fillets gain their reddish off-colour after being caught due to an excess of haemoglobin possibly brought on by stress, say researchers in the US.

  • Is catfish a good fish to eat?

    In addition to being low in calories and sodium, catfish is packed with protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. Catfish is a low calorie, high protein seafood that's a great source of nutrients, including vitamin B12, selenium, and omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

  • Can you use fish sauce as a substitute for oyster sauce?

    Although it's not a perfect substitute, you can use fish sauce in place of oyster sauce in some recipes. This sauce, made from fermented fish, has a thinner consistency and fishier taste than oyster sauce. It's also saltier and less sweet.

  • 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).

  • Can you eat cold smoked mackerel raw?

    Can you eat smoked fish raw? Cold Smoked fish is a raw fish product. It is considered fine to eat cold smoked salmon, but other fish are considered rather iffy and are intended to be cooked.

  • How do you know when crayfish is cooked?

    How to Tell when your Crayfish is Cooked:

    1. Do not remove the Cray from the pot before the shell has turned bright red.
    2. The Cray is properly done when an antennae comes off easily when pulled gently.
    3. The cooked Cray meat will be firm and white in colour.

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  • What do flathead catfish love to eat?

    Young flatheads usually feed on clams, crayfish, insects, and assorted small fishes such as shad, shiners, and sunfish. So, while you fish, live fish can be good bait for flatheads as they are unwilling to consume smelly or old bait.

  • Are frozen tuna steaks sushi-grade?

    Is frozen ahi tuna good for sushi? Most ahi tuna used for sushi, even in fine-dining restaurants, has been previously frozen. For fish to be considered sushi-grade, it must have been frozen on the boat just after being caught and cleaned. This is to minimize the presence of parasites.

  • How do you attract fish when fishing?

    Any light under the water, no matter what the color, will attract fish. When lights are placed under the water, they reflect off particles in the water. These tiny little particles enhance a natural food source for bait fish. These bait fish are then attracted to the light.

  • How many dozens are in a sack of oysters?

    How many dozen come in a sack? 6 1/2 to 8 1/2 dozen.

  • How many oysters can you eat in a week?

    The FDA recommends that adults eat 3–5 ounces (85–140 grams) of low-mercury fish twice a week. If the amount of shellfish you eat per week is equal to or less than that, heavy metals should not be of concern ( 25 ).

  • Is smoked salmon good by itself?

    Most smoked salmon is cold smoked, meaning it's smoked at a temperature that's not hot enough to cook the fish, nor hot enough to kill potentially harmful bacteria. ... Smoked fish is safe to eat, however, if it's fully cooked to an internal temperature of 74 C (165 F), such as in a pasta dish or casserole.

  • Can I fly fish in the summer?

    Yes, you can still fly fish in many areas on hot summer days. The fish are there, and they've adapted.

  • What happens if a dog swallows a fish bone?

    If your dog ate fish bones, chances are they could be fine or they could be in danger. Unfortunately, not all dogs swallow fish bones without consequences, so it's important to keep an eye on your dog to see if they have any symptom and in that case, call your vet emergency number immediately.

  • Do you have to cook tuna from a can?

    Canned tuna is actually already cooked before it's canned, so technically, you can eat it straight from the can if you want. However, you can add canned tuna to a dish that you're cooking to add some healthy protein.

  • Can I sue someone for catfishing me?

    If the person catfishing causes an undue emotional trauma to the other person, he or she may face a lawsuit for emotional distress. The more a person becomes attached or the more he or she sends in money or property, the greater the risk of harm to the individual.

  • What is another name for Panla fish?

    Hake Fish (Panla)

  • Where are Manila clams from?

    Manila clams are found from the central coast of BC to California. They are found in the upper half of the intertidal zone in BC in mixed substrates of mud, sand and gravel.

  • Is high pH bad for fish?

    High pH levels (9-14) can harm fish by denaturing cellular membranes. Changes in pH can also affect aquatic life indirectly by altering other aspects of water chemistry. Low pH levels accelerate the release of metals from rocks or sediments in the stream.

  • What is the best type of tuna steak?

    Choose Bluefin tuna for the perfect seared steak. It is perfect for a seared steak. While Bluefin tuna is often chosen for its strong flavor and silky texture, be aware that many Bluefin species are critically endangered due to overfishing.

  • How long can you keep pink salmon in a can?

    How long does opened canned salmon last in the refrigerator? Salmon that has been continuously refrigerated will keep for about 3 to 4 days.

  • How often can you eat Alaskan pollock?

    The Environmental Defense Fund http://seafood.edf.org/pollock mercury content rating for both Atlantic and Alaskan pollock is low, allowing for more than four servings of this type of fish on a monthly basis without the risks of mercury contamination.

  • How does high water affect fishing?

    Rising water means more flooded cover, and also increased current – which combine to push baitfish and bass straight to the bank. When you're fishing in high water, you really can't get too shallow. Bass aren't very tall, so focus all your efforts on the shallowest cover available in the system.

  • 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.

  • Can you cook prawns if already cooked?

    Our prawns are already peeled and cooked so they're very easy to incorporate into your dishes. If a recipe calls for raw prawns, you can still use cooked prawns and adapt cooking time so that they're just heated through but not overcooked.

  • Can cats have frozen shrimp?

    Can cats eat frozen shrimp and pre-packaged cooked shrimp. Processed, ready-to-eat, pre-packaged shrimp is an absolute no-no for cats. These foods are extremely high in sodium, which serves as a preservative. Such high levels of sodium are unhealthy for your kitty, to say the least.

  • Do fish bite better on cloudy or sunny days?

    Do Fish Bite More on Sunny or Cloudy Days? Fish are often more active when you have cloudy weather; this makes them much easier to catch. Reduced sunlight not only helps the fish catch their food in the pond, but it can also help you hide your bait and line.

  • Is tuna loin the same as tuna steak?

    What is tuna loin vs. a tuna steak? The “steak,” whether tuna or another fish commonly served as such, is a slab-like cut of uniform thickness. By contrast, a loin or other fillet will have a varying thickness depending on the natural shape of the fish.

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