Is tap water safe for turtles?

Do not use tap water for your tank, as tap water contains chlorine and possibly fluoride which can upset the pH balance of your system. De-chlorinated water needs to be used for the swimming area and filtered water for your turtle to drink. ... Turtles can carry Salmonella.

FAQ

• What kind of water do you use for tilapia?

  Freshwater Tilapia are mainly freshwater fish inhabiting shallow streams, ponds, rivers, and lakes, and less commonly found living in brackish water.

• Are frozen clams healthy?

  Frozen clams certainly would be killed, and so wouldn't open upon steaming. The thing about never refreeze is almost certainly a palatability issue, not a safety issue, as long as they stay in the safe zone (under 40 degrees F) and are not unfrozen for very long--but clams are highly perishable.

• Is Spanish mackerel nice to eat?

  Spanish mackerel, an especially good eating finfish, produces an attractive plate-size cutlet or an essentially boneless fillet. Mackerel can be fried, baked, poached, grilled, marinated, smoked and barbecued—it is considered by some to be the best barbecue fish in the South Pacific and Asia.

• How big of a fish can you catch on a 3 weight fly rod?

  Catching pan fish If you do decide to purchase a 3 weight you can have a blast with it fishing for small bass, panfish, bream, sunfish, or whatever other term you use for these things where you're from.

• How often do tilapia lay eggs?

  Just one female will typically produce about 200-1000 eggs per spawn, and she'll spawn every 4-5 weeks or so if conditions are decent enough in the tank (“decent” is pretty easy for tilapia).

• Why is carp fish bad?

  Carp will uproot vegetation and cloud the water in shallow areas, blocking light and thus contributing to algae problems. But they do no harm to deep water, and they do not eat other fish or fish eggs, as has been rumored. ... "Carp is the universal fish," said Ramer. "Carp have gotten very bad press for some reason.

• How long can a koi fish survive out of water?

  They can slide on the land as well as live upto 4 days in open air. Another type of fish, called Mudskipper Fish, which my Dad used to catch when he was a kid, could survive a pretty good number of hours outside in the air.

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• How long do manila clams last in the fridge?

  After clams are purchased, they may be refrigerated for 1 to 2 days. Raw clams must be kept alive before cooking.

• How fast is a Wahoo in mph?

  Wahoo are among the fastest pelagic species (reaching speeds up to 60 mph) and are capable of capturing a wide range of prey, including various fishes and squid.

• Does chocolate raise cholesterol?

  Dark chocolate contains some stearic acid and this has led to claims that chocolate does not raise blood cholesterol. Unfortunately, dark chocolate also contains saturated fats which do raise cholesterol.

• Are crayfish easy to keep?

  Crayfish can be great alternatives -- or additions -- to fish when you're setting up a tank. They are small -- some as little as 2 inches -- and very easy to keep. Best of all, they are a lot of fun to watch as they go about their business, walking around searching for food or just exploring their surroundings.

• What kind of fish does Gordon Ramsay use?

  Pacific Cod Ramsay uses only certified Pacific Cod from Alaska, a fish that is both high quality and sustainable, and as is usually the case when chefs are picky about better ingredients, it shows.

• What color does salmon pink look like?

  Wild Salmon Get Their Color From Eating Shrimp and Krill In the wild, salmon get their characteristic hue from the creatures they eat, similar to flamingos. Even as eggs, salmon are pinkish to a reddish-orange. This unique 'salmon pink' color reflects this carnivore's diet of shrimp and krill.

• How long does it take for crawfish to go bad?

  If you cook crawfish from their live state, they must be refrigerated within two hours of cooking. When storing fresh, cooked crawfish, place them in sealed, airtight containers and place in the refrigerator. They will keep this way for three to four days.

• Where is stock fish found?

  Norway Ever since the Viking age, Norwegians have dried fish outdoors in the fresh ocean wind to make stockfish. It is a specialty made almost exclusively in the North of Norway, and creating delicious stockfish requires the very best raw materials.

• Do tiger shrimp taste good?

  Farmed black tiger shrimp have a mild, almost bland flavor compared to the pronounced taste of ocean-harvested Gulf shrimp. Cooked tiger's meat is also softer than that of other shrimp species.

• What's the best wood to smoke fish?

  Alder Wood Chips Alder Wood Chips: Alder is probably the best wood chips for fish. Alder smoke has an earthy sweet aroma and flavor and is perfect for smoking salmon and other fish, even for smoking shrimp. The best wood chips for smoking fish would be alder and applewood chips in a 50/50 blend.

• Are sprats a type of sardine?

  Sardines/pilchards/anchovies/sprats Pilchards and sardines are the same species of fish, but sardines live (are caught...) in warmer waters and are less than six inches long. "Sprat" is the name applied to several species of small, oily fishes belonging to the herring family.

• How do I get rid of the fishy smell in my fish maw?

  On the night before cooking Fish Maw Soup, soak the fish maw in cool water to soften. The fish maw will float, so place a lid on top to push it further down. Change the water once or twice throughout the night to decrease the fishy smell.

• Can you catch menhaden on a sabiki rig?

  One of the easiest baits to catch with Sabiki are Threadfin herring (also called Shad or Menhaden) and threadfin are one of our top tarpon baits.. This incredible fish is more easily caught with these live baits as they are with any other.

• Is grilled fish healthier than fried?

  A healthier cooking alternative to frying is grilling. Grilled meats have a reduced fat content. This is because the fat drips off as the food cooks. ... Grilled foods also have lower calorie content than fried foods.

• Is calamari baby octopus?

  Octopus is commonly confused with calamari, though both are surprisingly different in taste (when served raw) and cooking methods. Many people think calamari dishes are made from octopus, when in fact calamari is actually made from a type of squid.

• Can you tie two fishing lines together?

  Can You Tie Fishing Line Together? Yes, you can! If you are running to the end of your line, you can use a variety of knots to ensure that your line doesn't separate. You can also tie a leader line or tippet to your main fishing line, and even tie two lines with different diameters together as well.

• How often can I eat canned fish?

  Yes. Canned light tuna is in the “Best Choices” category and it is fine to eat 2 to 3 servings per week. We recommend that you eat a variety of fish. You may wish to try other affordable fish in the “Best Choices” category such as canned salmon or sardines, frozen fish, or fresh fish that are at a reduced price.

• How do you buy good tilapia?

  Most tilapia is sold when the fish weighs about 1 1/2 pounds. If it's filleted, a thin layer of darker meat below the skin is often removed. But it is best to buy tilapia whole. Fillets are usually frozen, depleting the delicate texture and taste.