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Can a fish live 100 years?

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The coelacanth — a giant weird fish still around from dinosaur times — can live for 100 years, a new study found. ... Coelacanths are so endangered that scientists can only study specimens already caught and dead. In the past, scientists calculated fish ages by counting big lines on a specific coelacanth scale.

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  • Which wine is best with fish?

    Dry white wine like Pinot Gris or Sauvignon Blanc pair best with fish like cod and tilapia. The earthiness of the pour enhances the flavors of these fish, and plays well on the palate.

  • What are the do's in preserving smoked fish?

    The internal heat of the fish must reach 150 degrees (preferably 160) for at least 30 minutes. You must salt or brine the fish long enough so that the salt penetrates all parts of the fish. If you store your smoked fish you must keep it refrigerated at 38° (or less) or freeze it.

  • Do I need to remove anchovy bones?

    Yes, you always add anchovies on the pizza even without removing the bones. This is because the bone has literally a negligible size and is soft as well which makes it edible. However, it might get stuck between your teeth but are easily removed.

  • Do carp like sweet corn?

    It's one of fishing's most useful baits due to its bright colour and sweet scent. ... It is a versatile bait in that it can be flavoured, coloured, fished on the hook, fished on a hair rig, and even mushed up to make a great groundbait.

  • Are oysters still alive when eaten raw?

    Yes! Oysters are still alive as you eat them! In fact, if you are going to eat an oyster raw, it has to be alive or else it will no longer be safe to eat. In the case of oysters, alive means fresh!

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    A true eel is an elongated finned-fish belonging to the order Anguilliformes. There are more than 800 species of eel ranging in about 2 in (5 cm) to 13 ft (4 m) in length. ... Although most eel species primarily live in salt water, some eels travel between salt and freshwater environments to breed.

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    To maximize the shelf life of canned tuna (or tuna sold in a vacuum-sealed pouch) after opening, refrigerate in a covered glass or plastic container. ... Tuna that has been continuously refrigerated will keep for about 3 to 4 days.

  • Is Dory fish high in mercury?

    She recommends the oily varieties of fish, such as tuna and mackerel as they are richer in omega-3 and generally low in mercury. Other fish low down on the food chain and subsequently lower in mercury are: skipjack tuna, tarakihi, blue cod, hoki, john dory, monkfish, warehou, whitebait and sardines.

  • Can you remove skin from fish after cooking?

    All you need is a fresh fish, an oven turned up to 180 degrees and - you guessed it - a sheet of newspaper. Simply wrap the fish in the paper and put it in the oven for 20 minutes. Once it's cooked, pull it out and hey presto - the skin should peel right off the fish.

  • How do you smoke fish with skin on?

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  • Is fish from the chippy healthy?

    The truth is that fish and chips are one of the healthiest takeaway foods available. A portion of fish and chips is a nutritionally rich meal including protein, carbohydrate, vitamins B6 and B12, vitamin C, iron, calcium, phosphorous, as well as trace elements iodine, fluorine, zinc and dietary fibre.

  • Does crawfish taste like prawn?

    Re: What does a crawfish taste like? That's such a great and hard question, and I'd have to say crawfish taste almost like a lobster, but chewier than a shrimp. It's hard to find plain crawfish in New Orleans, though.

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  • What is healthiest way to cook salmon?

    One study found that baked salmon retained all its vitamin D, whereas fried salmon lost around 50% of this important vitamin ( 49 ). For these reasons, oven-baking is considered a healthy way to cook fish.

  • How long should I boil mackerel?

    Place mackerel in shallow kettle, pour water over to cover and boil 10 to 15 minutes or until flesh separates from the hone. Remove to platter and pour hot melted butter over and serve with hot potatoes. They may also be boiled and served with a White Sauce.

  • Why is the snakehead fish so dangerous?

    Why the Snakehead Fish is So Dangerous. The northern snakehead is considered to be an invasive species; and as a top predator, it has the ability to upend the natural balance of an aquatic environment by competing with native species for food and resources.

  • What depth do you fish for pike?

    Big pike, however, go deep. Many times they are in water 15 feet deep or deeper. At these times, a big deep running lure is needed.

  • Why do fish bite each other's lips?

    Many species of cichlid grab each other by the lips to wrestle. Males most often engage in this behavior. This behavior can stem from a territorial dispute or showing off for females. ... It can be a good idea to separate fish when you see this behavior.

  • How long do you cook crayfish in boiling water?

    Crayfish cooking times

    1. To cook crayfish, bring a large saucepan or stock pot of salted water to the boil. ...
    2. Under 600g, boil for 10 minutes.
    3. 600g - 800g, boil for 12 minutes.
    4. 800g - 1kg, boil for 14 minutes.
    5. 1kg - 1.5kg, boil for 16 minutes.
    6. 1.5kg - 2kg, boil for 18 minutes.
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  • Do crayfish smell bad?

    Crayfish are crustaceans. ... Equipped with thousands of sensory bristles, some sensitive to chemicals and the others to touch, crayfish can smell, feel, and hear acutely, even though they are completely covered in a hard shell.

  • Can you use a turkey fryer to boil crabs?

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  • Is oyster sauce Haram?

    Is oyster sauce halal? - Quora. Yes, anything from the sea is halal.

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    Keep well hydrated with water and herbal teas (dandelion is particularly good for the liver) Reduce intake of saturated and hydrogenated fat. But do include some healthy fats from raw nuts, seeds and oily fish (e.g. sardines, salmon and mackerel)

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