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Why can’t I catch fish?

Asked: Ysaac, Last Updated:

Once the water temperature gets too hot or cold fish tend to shut down. If the fish aren't biting it may just be too cold or too hot for the fish that you are trying to catch. Or you may just need to slow your presentation and cast directly on them so that it doesn't take a lot of energy for them to grab your lure.

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    Properly stored, frozen salmon will maintain best quality for about 9 months in the freezer, although it will usually remain safe to eat after that.

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    You must kill them by beheading, gill cutting or gutting upon possession. Always check your local and state regulations to make sure you remain up to date with the regulations as they may change from time to time. Each state may have different requirements, but most states consider carp an invasive species.

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    You can't breed a Blue Pearl Shrimp with a Red Cherry Shrimp and immediately gain a Purple Shrimp, which is a more advanced method of breeding. For more advanced breeding information, check out Selective Breeding.

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