Is water made out of fish pee?

Although fish are certainly discrete about it, they do! Perhaps the first question is whether fish drink. Freshwater fish will passively intake water from their environment and then, as their insides are saltier than their surroundings, will excrete a diluted urine.

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• Why are oysters so expensive?

  Oysters are so expensive because the demand far exceeds the supply, and the population of oysters has decreased dramatically in the last 100 years. Oysters need to be grown for two years before catching and need to be kept alive while transporting and storing.

• Why do salmon die after they mate?

  Salmon change color to attract a spawning mate. ... Most of them stop eating when they return to freshwater and have no energy left for a return trip to the ocean after spawning. After they die, other animals eat them (but people don't) or they decompose, adding nutrients to the stream.

• Can I use anchovy fillets instead of paste?

  In terms of flavor, some preparations are better for swapping between anchovy paste and anchovies. In general, you can always substitute anchovy fillets for anchovy paste, but not necessarily vice versa.

• Can you eat salmon that smells fishy?

  If your raw salmon has a strong smell, it's probably gone bad. The fishy smell will be pretty obvious, and bad salmon smells rather ammonia-like if it's not a good idea to cook it. Fresh salmon won't have such a strong smell and instead has more of a mild scent, so this is a good first sign of spoilage.

• Is electric fish edible?

  Technically, yes. However, they are rarely a source of food for humans for practical reasons. For one, they are very dangerous to catch. And second, as said earlier, they belong to the family of bony fishes, which means they have very little meat suitable for human consumption.

• Why do you rip the tail off crayfish?

  In South Australia, the practice of tail-clipping rock lobsters is to be investigated, to see whether it inflicts pain on the crustaceans. The clipping is used to identify recreationally-caught lobsters from commercially-caught ones.

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• Should you refrigerate canned fish?

  It is not necessary to refrigerate unopened cans of tuna. However, once you open a can of tuna, you absolutely should keep it in the refrigerator. Eat Right suggests transferring your fish to a plastic bag or container before placing it in the fridge, where it will stay fresh for one to two days.

• What is the Korean dried fish called?

  Throughout history, pollock has been the most commonly enjoyed fish for Koreans. "Hwangtae" refers to a certain variety of dried pollock. They are frozen and thawed repeatedly around 20 times over 40 days during the frigid winter winds, until they become thoroughly dried and yellowish.

• Which Thai fish sauce is good?

  Tiparos Brand Tiparos has a street appeal, being the familiar fish sauce served throughout Thailand as an everyday pedestrian favorite. Premium quality, familiar taste, and the best value price. You can see Tiparos in many of our Thai street vendor videos. Ingredients: water, anchovy extract, salt, sugar.

• Can you put unopened cans of tuna in the fridge?

  There's nothing wrong with storing unopened metal cans in the refrigerator. But it's pointless in terms of food safety - the whole point of canning is to make the food safe to store at room temperature. Don't waste the fridge space unless you're actually trying to chill the contents of the cans.

• Do fish watch TV?

  Fish are very curios animals and maybe wanted to chill out and watch some tv. ... Some fish seem to enjoy recreational activities, including watching TV or listening to music.

• Is fish good for dogs with upset stomach?

  Fish (especially white fish) is quite digestible, and many dogs love it, which can give a dog who's off her feed enticement to eat. Sweet potatoes are nutritional powerhouses, and they're quite mild on the dog's stomach.

• What is Talakitok fish in English?

  TAGALOG	Other Local Names	ENGLISH NAMES
  Talakitok	Maliputo	Trevally, Jack, Cavalla
  Tambakol	Tulingan, Barilis, Talingay	Skipjack tuna
  Tamban		Sardinella
  Tanguingue	Tangi, Tanige	Spanish mackerel; kingfish (U.S.); a bigger variety is called wahoo.

• Do you cut tuna with the grain?

  Remove the tuna and slice it against the grain into half-inch thick slices. After it's cut you'll see that the inside is a beautiful pink color (raw) and and just the edges are browned. That's what you want! Our tuna was sashimi grade and intended for sushi or sashimi, it was pre-cut–which was helpful.

• Can you eat raw yellowfin tuna?

  Raw tuna is generally safe when properly handled and frozen to eliminate parasites. Tuna is highly nutritious, but due to high mercury levels in certain species, it's best to eat raw tuna in moderation.

• Why do I feel better after eating oysters?

  Taub-Dix says oysters are heart-healthy and contribute to that great feeling after eating because they improve overall circulation. Oysters are also very high in essential nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids.

• What kind of fish is smoked whitefish?

  The whitefish that is generally smoked and served in salad and found in appetizing shops (and in most gefilte fish recipes) is Coregonus clupeaformis, otherwise known as Lake Whitefish.

• Where should you not touch catfish?

  The dorsal and pectoral fins of a catfish are reinforced with small spiny protrusions that are often sharp enough to puncture the skin. The best way to avoid a catfish “sting” is to wrap your hand carefully around the fish's upper body behind the fins, where the spines don't reach.

• How do you remove oil from canned tuna?

  Probably the most practical way is to force-strain as much of the liquid out as you can, and then pour the remainder of the tuna onto a thin layer on a paper towel, and let it sit for a bit. The oil should wick into the paper.

• Why are my fish circling each other?

  Fish chase each other for a variety of reasons, such as defending their territory, establishing dominance, competing for food, and mating. Even fish that are typically docile fish may chase others because of constant stress. This could be due to incompatible tank mates, poor water conditions, or an overcrowded tank.

• Can you saute cooked frozen shrimp?

  Place the frozen shrimp in a colander and run cold water over them. This will thaw the shrimp slightly and remove ice crystals before cooking. Heat 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. ... If you want to cook already cooked shrimp, start by thawing the shrimps in cold water for 15 minutes.

• Are catfish tough?

  Catfish are not hard fish to catch. ... Natural and artificial “catfish-specific” baits work very well but lures make catching catfish harder. I personally think live bait, dead bait, or cut bait are the best ways to catch cats. Cut pieces of shad or whole small bluegills are simply unbeatable catfish baits.

• Do dolphins eat shrimp?

  Food Preferences & Resources Dolphins are active predators and eat a wide variety of fishes, squids, and crustaceans such as shrimps.

• Can you eat dried shrimp raw?

  Generally used as a condiment, you don't need to rehydrate papery dried shrimps before cooking it or eating it. You can eat the papery dried shrimp raw, but I recommend you to cook it slightly before eating it. ... Alternatively, you can sprinkle them into hot soups or incorporate them into eggs before cooking.

• What are the 2 black lines in shrimp?

  The black vein that runs along the shrimp's back is its intestinal tract. In The California Seafood Cookbook, the authors (Cronin, Harlow & Johnson) state: "Many cookbooks insist that shrimp should be deveined. Others ridicule this practice as unnecessarily fastidious and a lot of trouble."

• How long does freeze dried fish last?

  Freeze drying is a dehydrating process that keeps food preserved without any refrigeration. Frozen fish can last from three to 12 months.

• Does tuna need to be cooked through?

  Cooking Through. ... It's certainly OK to cook ahi tuna all the way through. The only risk to your meal in overcooking is that tuna that's too far done can be quite dry (think canned tuna). Instructions for cooking ahi tuna both to medium-rare and medium are below.