What are the odds of finding a blue crayfish?

One in two million The probability of the creature having this colouring is widely touted as being one in two million. The University of Maine Lobster Institute is among those to have quoted these odds in the past, though its executive director, Rob Bayer, admits they are merely a "guess".

FAQ

• Do glass shrimp eat fish poop?

  Ghost shrimps do eat fish poop. After a fish poops out his meal, there are still many nutrients in the fish waste which the ghost shrimp can digest. ... Ghost shrimps can and will eat almost anything that falls near their home, which is typically the bottom part of your aquarium.

• Why is my fish burying itself?

  Some fish dig to bury themselves in rock to hide. ... The fish tends to get active a night, and sleeps during the day. To protect himself from predators while he sleeps, the weather loach buries himself in the rocks to hide. This fish will learn to come out during feeding time, regardless of the time of day.

• How long does unopened canned tuna last in fridge?

  Keep unopened canned tuna at room temperature and away from sources of heat. Once you open it, transfer the leftovers to an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. Canned foods don't need much in terms of storage – just toss them in a cabinet in the pantry or kitchen, and you're good to go.

• Can I eat shrimp everyday?

  Doctors now consider shrimp safe for most people to eat, whatever their cholesterol levels. In moderation, shrimp consumption can provide many essential nutrients.

• What eats grass carp in a pond?

  They are not without predators as largemouth bass, otters, birds, etc. readily prey on small grass carp. Stocked fish should be at least 12 inches long to help avoid predation and provide plant control.

• How do you pick fresh fish?

  The skin should be bright and shiny with close-fitting scales. Dry, dull flesh and loose scales are signs of age. The eyes should be clear and bulging; if the fish has sunken or cloudy eyes, look for a fresher specimen. Gills should be reddish and damp, not sticky.

• How do they remove bones from fish?

  Gently pull the bone out: You'll feel some resistance when you first tug on the bone. Stand your ground, and gently, but firmly pull the bone out of the fillet in as smooth a motion as possible. Pin bones are slightly angled toward the head of the fish, so pull sideways as well as up.

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• Why are shrimp considered unclean?

  SEA CREATURES Of those that live in the water (including fish) only those that have fins and scales may be eaten. All crustaceans and mollusk shellfish have no scales and are therefore unclean. These include shrimp/prawns, lobster, scallops, mussels, oysters, squid, octopus, crabs and other shellfish) is not clean.

• How does gone off fish taste?

  Smell for a pungent fishy aroma. However, refrigerated fish that has started to go bad will have an increasingly fishy smell. If given enough time, this potent fish smell will develop into the putrid smell of rotting meat. As fish continues to spoil, its pungent fish smell will grow stronger and stronger.

• Can you cook fish without gutting?

  After scaling and gutting your fish, you can throw the whole thing on the grill or in the oven. ... Some folks fillet fish without gutting them, but beginners would be wise to gut their fish first. With the dorsal fin facing you, use a sharp, flexible fillet knife to cut behind the gills and pectoral fin.

• How many basic steps are there in smoking fish?

  Today there are two main methods of smoking fish: the traditional method and the mechanical method. The traditional method involves the fish being suspended in smokehouses over slowly smouldering wood shavings. The fish are left overnight to be naturally infused with smoke.

• How much leader do you need for Spanish mackerel?

  Because most Spanish mackerel are going to weigh just a couple of pounds, fishermen usually like to use lighter tackle when trolling for these fish. Anglers typically use medium action rods with 8 to 12 pound test line and a wire leader or heavy fluorocarbon leader (25 to 50 pound test line) to avoid bite-offs.

• How do you kill parasites in live fish?

  Parasites become a concern when consumers eat raw or lightly preserved fish such as sashimi, sushi, ceviche, and gravlax. When preparing these products, use commercially frozen fish. Alternatively, freeze the fish to an internal temperature of -4°F for at least 7 days to kill any parasites that may be present.

• Will hard water kill betta fish?

  Bettas prefer soft water, but they do tolerate a wide range of GH between 5 – 20 DH or 70-300 ppm. Very hard water can be harmful to bettas.

• How much does a gallon of oysters cost?

  Shucked Oysters

  Variety	Size	$/ea
  Pint	pint	$13.99
  Quart	qt.	$24.99
  Half Gallon	half gal.	$34.99
  Gallon	gal	$65.99

• Can you smoke fish on a gas grill?

  Mild hardwood chips add a delicious smoky flavor to grilled fish. Altough most commonly added to charcoal grills and grill-smokers, gas grills can easily be employed to produce tasty smoked (and grilled) fish. ... Lean fish tend to be dry and tough after smoking, although you can brine them to retain some moisture.

• Is tilapia a good fish to eat?

  People can eat lean fish at least twice a week as part of a healthful diet. Tilapia is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids and protein, both of which are important for good health.

• Are carp active in cold water?

  So, I knew that contrary to many beliefs about carp being a warmwater fish, they do, in fact, hit in cold water. ... Heavy duty freshwater tackle like 7-foot rods, bait-feeder reels and 12-pound-test line work well for wintertime carp fishing.

• Does red or white wine pair better with salmon?

  Salmon, a luscious fish, pairs well with both richer whites and lighter reds. While fish and oaky wines tend to clash, the grilled flavor can actually work well with lightly oaked wines.

• How long does vacuum sealed refrigerated fish last?

  When frozen in an at-home refrigerator, a fatty fish like tuna or salmon will last two to three months. A leaner fish like cod will last up to six months. When vacuum-sealed and properly stored in the freezer, fish can last for as long as two years.

• How do you know if whitefish salad is bad?

  If it has an increasingly fishy smell or starts to smell like rotten meat, it has gone bad.

• What's the number one selling fish in the world?

  The latest report by the UN shows that tuna is the world's most consumed and the second most wild caught fish in the world.

• Why is geoduck so expensive?

  For many years geoduck meat was primarily used in chowder. The price surged in the late 1980s after the clam was discovered by wealthy Chinese drawn by its taste and exoticsm. Today in Asia, the thinly sliced, chewy neck meat is used in a variety of dishes and sometimes fetches $30 a pound or more.