What does on the half shell mean?

served raw, with seasonings, on a half shell. said of oysters, etc.

FAQ

• Can fish choke gravel?

  Yes, fish can choke on gravel. Hence, the gravel in your tank needs to be large enough so that it does not fit in your fish's mouth. If the gravel is small, your fish may attempt to swallow the gravel and thus choke in the process.

• How do you make fish curry taste better?

  Spicy fish curry with lots of chilli powder, fish in grated coconut, and turmeric powder (peera), and roasted fish covered in banana leaf too are enjoyed by fish lovers. Tamarind, an unavoidable ingredient, adds the perfect sourness to the fish curry. Fresh tamarind or dried Malabar tamarind are generally used in it.

• What's a female fish called?

  What is a female fish called? A female fish does not have a specific name, male and female fish are both just called fish. However, around 500 species of fish are able to change their gender during their later life after birth. A species of fish that can change its gender is called a hermaphrodite.

• What does cod taste like compared to tilapia?

  Cod have a lean, mild flavor profile with large flakes and a tender-firm texture. ... Tilapia fish has a sweet, mild taste with lean flesh and a medium-firm, flaky texture. Raw flesh is white or pinkish-white sometimes with a darker muscle layer on the skin side of the fillets.

• Are loaches good with shrimp?

  Yes, Loaches and Ghost shrimps or any other shrimps just do not mix well with each other. ... Well, Loaches just simply rip the shrimp out of its shell and eat them, similar to how they eat the snails.

• Which salmon has highest omega-3?

  King salmon King salmon have the highest omega-3 levels of all Pacific salmon species in part because they favor deeper, colder waters during the ocean phase of their lives.

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• What is the size of a silver carp?

  About 40 inches Description: Silver carp are large, deep- bodied, fish reaching a maximum size of about 40 inches and 60 pounds. The sides of the body are uniformly silver in color with a white to silvery-white belly. The scales are very small, resembling trout scales.

• How long do shrimp carry eggs?

  Once bred, the female will carry the eggs underneath her, fanning and moving them around so they stay clean and oxygenated, for about 30 days. Baby shrimp are exact duplicates of the adults, but very tiny. It is important to make sure there are no predators in the tank because most will easily consume a newborn shrimp.

• What is the largest freshwater fish ever caught on rod and reel?

  White Sturgeon The World Record White Sturgeon — 468 pounds Pallotta battled his sturgeon for nearly 7 hours, even jumping onto a friend's larger boat at one point. The 9-foot-6-inch fish was estimated to be 100 years old, and it's still considered the largest freshwater fish ever caught on a rod-and-reel in North America.

• How do you grow Catla fish in a tank?

  Standardised practice for grow-out in the carp polyculture system includes control of predatory and weed fish through the application of chemicals or plant derivatives; the stocking of fingerlings at a combined density of 4 000-10 000 fingerlings/ha; pond fertilization with organic manures such as cattle dung or ...

• What are the two types of fish?

  Scientists group fish into three main types. They are divided into these groups because of the structure of their mouths and the types of skeletons they have. There are jawless fishes, cartilaginous (cart uhl AJ uh nuhs) fishes, and bony fishes. All three types are "cold-blooded," or ectotherms.

• Is eating bluefish healthy?

  Bluefish are an excellent source of selenium, niacin, vitamin B12, and omega-3s, and a good source of magnesium and potassium. There is a consumption advisory for bluefish due to contamination from mercury, PCBs, dioxin, and other chemicals.

• What type of animal is a monkfish?

  Monkfish, also known as sea-devil, is a type of anglerfish that belongs to the goosefish family. There are 7 species of monkfish that can be found in the North Atlantic and Mediterranean. Monkfish spends majority of its life on the sandy or muddy sea floor.

• What is the best time to fish for walleye?

  Generally, the best time to fish for Walleye is early morning and late evening. When the sun is high at midday, Walleye move deeper and hold tightly to shade providing Cover. During periods of low light however, Walleye will move in shallow to feed on baitfish holding close to shore.

• How much do clam diggers make in Maine?

  An average digger may harvest 40 or more pounds a day, for perhaps three hours of work. Diggers are presently receiving about $2 a pound, and seasoned diggers may get 100 pounds in a day and earn $200 or $300 during the summer.

• How long does it take to smoke stuffed clams?

  Nice stuff clam flavor with a layer of light smoke. Still moist, but a tad dry. 45-50 minutes next time would improve an already tasty treat.

• Can I eat crayfish pregnant?

  Most fish and shellfish are safe to eat in pregnancy, provided that you cook them properly.

• How long do you smoke frozen fish?

  The smoking and curing process will take 8-to-12 hours, depending on the outside temperature, thickness of your fillets, and the quantity of fish. Wood chips impart their unique flavor to the fish so their selection is important.

• How deep should a tilapia pond be?

  This size can get you started: 8 feet long, 4 feet wide and 2.5 feet deep. You can increase or decrease it, considering these two factors, but ensure one mature tilapia has a water space of 1 square feet or 0.5 cubic feet of water. The next thing is to choose the type of fish pond that suits your specific needs.

• Why are crayfish bad?

  Scientists know a lot about signals—but most of their knowledge stems from the fact that these crustaceans are considered one of the worst invasive species ever to hit freshwater. Indeed, all the things that make signal crayfish a keystone species in their native streams cause them to be a menace in new waters.

• What is the biggest channel catfish ever caught?

  The world record channel catfish belongs to South Carolina. A 58-pounder taken from the Santee-Cooper Reservoir in July of 1964 holds the title of biggest channel catfish catch on the planet.

• How long should I purge crawfish?

  Though seldom employed, commercial depuration, or purging, confines freshly harvested crawfish in water for one or two days without food prior to further sales.

• Is croaker good to eat?

  It is considered a very good eating fish. ... They are a moderately priced fish, sometimes as low as 2011 US $1.99/pound, This fish is probably more widely marketed on the East and Gulf Coasts, and are probably just called "Croaker".

• How long can raw tuna stay in the fridge before cooking?

  1 to 2 days Tuna that has been defrosted in the fridge can be kept for an additional 1 to 2 days in the refrigerator before cooking; tuna that was thawed in the microwave or in cold water should be cooked immediately.