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What is sardine fish called in Nigeria?

Asked: Jim Saric, Last Updated:

Titus Sardine (125g) is the most popular canned fish product in the market, both in Nigeria and Africa as a whole.

FAQ

  • How do I know what gender my fish is?

    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).

  • Should I remove unfertilized fish eggs?

    It is essential to leave the unfertilized eggs with fertilized ones because once any fish eats an unfertilized egg, it will go for a fertilized egg after that.

  • Should you freeze fresh shrimp in water?

    To freeze shrimp, cover with ice water, leaving enough headspace in the container for the water to expand when frozen. ... Use small or medium-size containers so the shrimp will freeze more quickly. Avoid using freezer bags, because the shrimp tails can puncture them, causing leaks.

  • Which sea spicy is not a true fish?

    So the correct answer is silver fish.

  • Why do snails suddenly appear in my fish tank?

    The most common means is through adding live plants. Snails, or their eggs, can hitch hike on most types of plants and arrive in our home aquarium. Outbreaks generally occur due to over feeding. Excess uneaten food provides exactly what the snails need to reproduce in vast numbers.

  • Can I eat spot prawns raw?

    Spot prawn tails this fresh can be safely eaten raw! But you also have a number of other options. Throw the tails onto the BBQ for just a minute or two per side, or sauté them it a little butter and white wine for a couple of minutes. Once cooked the shells can easily be peeled off the meat.

  • Can I put shrimp in my koi pond?

    Meyer Jordan said: Yep, the Koi will likely eat the shrimp. Another thing to consider is shrimp are very particular as to water quality especially salinity and temperature.

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    According to Garry, the DNR aged the fish at 11 years old. Flatheads can live up to 20 years of age, so it's hard to say just how big this beast could have gotten in another few years. The fish was a female, and it had just laid approximately 15 to 20 pounds of eggs prior to being caught, according to biologists.

  • Are mandarinfish poisonous?

    At home in the sheltered lagoons and inshore reefs of the Pacific Ocean, ranging from the Ryukyu Islands off the coast of Japan, to warm Australian waters, this little dragonet is covered in tiny spines to inject a toxic mucus into anyone who tries to handle and/or eat it.

  • Is ROHU a major carp?

    Rohu (Labeo rohita) is the most important among the three Indian major carp species used in carp polyculture systems. This graceful Indo-Gangetic riverine species is the natural inhabitant of the riverine system of northern and central India, and the rivers of Pakistan, Bangladesh and Myanmar.

  • How do you flush oysters?

    Place the scrubbed oysters in a large bowl filled with one gallon of fresh water and one-third cup of salt. Soak the oysters for 20 minutes. The oysters will cycle the water through their system, cleaning themselves, and expel the sand. Repeat this process two more times, being sure to use clean water for each soaking.

  • Who should not eat fish?

    Mercury may have subtle effects on the developing nervous systems of infants. Therefore, pregnant women, women who may become pregnant, those who are breastfeeding, and very young children should avoid 4 types of fish that are higher in mercury content: shark, swordfish, king mackerel, and golden bass.

  • What do Oscar fish like in their tank?

    In the tank, Oscar fish like temperatures between 71 to 84° Fahrenheit, pH between 6 to 8, and hardness between 5 to 20 dH. Besides, Oscar fish like a larger tank. And you can add plants, tankmates and decorations to emulate their natural habitat.

  • How do I get rid of algae in my fish tank naturally?

    Change the water regularly to keep nutrients low and if you have plants, use a liquid fertiliser to actually strengthen the plants and help them to fight off algae naturally. If the tank contains no live plants then you can use nitrate and phosphate resins to soak up those spare nutrients and starve the algae.

  • How long does tuna mayo pasta last in fridge?

    Properly stored, tuna salad will last for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator. How long can tuna salad be left at room temperature? Bacteria grow rapidly at temperatures between 40 °F and 140 °F; tuna salad should be discarded if left out for more than 2 hours at room temperature.

  • Is it good to fish in a flooded river?

    As difficult as high, flooded conditions can be for fishermen, they are a necessary part of the annual cycle, restoring water levels, and providing precious nutrients necessary for baitfish reproduction. Just because they're necessary for a fishery's future, though, doesn't make them any less difficult to fish…

  • Are herring gulls in decline?

    Herring gulls have dropped in number at their coastal sites by 53 per cent since 1969. Despite an increase at inland nesting sites, they are still declining overall. One of the main reasons for the decline is the lack of food for them in the coastal environment.

  • How long should you marinate fish in lemon juice?

    How long can you leave fish in lemon juice? Marinate the fish in the lemon juice for at least 30 minutes and up to 6 hours, in a covered bowl. Place the bowl in the refrigerator at 40 degrees F, or lower.

  • Do all oysters have worms?

    Worms that are found on oysters are called mud worms. ... In other words, these worms are naturally occurring on oysters, and are unsightly but harmless. Oysters along the Gulf of Mexico are mostly harvested from both public and private oyster reefs.

  • Does fish taste as bad as smell?

    Fresh fish should taste and smell that way: fresh, briny and sweet, not musty, yeasty, bitter or fishy. The texture should be resilient, firm and smooth. Older fish that has become mealy or mushy tastes bad and smells worse.

  • Can you cook already cooked shrimp?

    Shrimp often come pre-cooked in the grocery store. You may also have leftover shrimp you need to reheat. When cooking already cooked shrimp, thaw the shrimp if necessary and then use the oven, microwave, or stove to heat the shrimp. Pre-cooked shrimp can be used in a number of dishes, including pastas and salads.

  • Will a shark grow in a fish tank?

    The correct answer is yes, a shark will outgrow its tank if it isn't the right tank size for it. It's a common myth that a shark would never outgrow its tank, but in reality, it will. ... Keeping a shark in a wrong size tank can either lead to stunted growth or death of the shark.

  • How many fish are in the school?

    While there's no magic number that equals a school, there would usually need to be at least five or more fish to be considered a school. In the wild, though, fish schools can be huge. In large bodies of water, schools of fish numbering in the hundreds or even thousands are not uncommon.

  • What's the biggest catfish ever caught?

    Mekong giant catfish The Mekong giant catfish is the official freshwater heavyweight champion of the world. According to the Guinness Book of Records, a nine-foot-long individual caught in northern Thailand in 2005 weighted an astounding 646 pounds, making it the largest exclusively freshwater fish ever recorded.

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    Fish farming, like most farm operations, requires hard work and exists in a supply and demand market. Finding a niche or becoming essential to an industry or market is key. ... Once you are established as a trusted source, you'll be able to expand your types of fish and potential customers.

  • What happens if you don't clean your shrimp?

    * You can't eat shrimp that hasn't been deveined. If you were to eat the shrimp raw, the thin black “vein” that runs through it could cause harm. That's the shrimp's intestine, which, like any intestine, has a lot of bacteria. ... So it's all right to eat cooked shrimp, “veins” and all.

  • What to do with smoked oysters in a can?

    Try them in your seafood stew or soup the next time you make it. Replace your crab or tuna dip with a smoked oyster dip. Try them on a crostini or as a replacement for any basic oyster recipe. Or maybe do your next Oysters Rockefeller or Oysters Bienville dish using them!

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