What is so special about spot prawns?

Wild BC spot prawns are a delicacy known around the world for their sweet, delicate flavour and firm texture. They are most recognizable for their reddish brown colour, which turns bright pink when cooked, defining white spots on their tail and white horizontal bars on the carapace.

FAQ

• Do you eat smoked mackerel hot or cold?

  Cold Smoked fish is a raw fish product. It is considered fine to eat cold smoked salmon, but other fish are considered rather iffy and are intended to be cooked.

• How many exotic fish are in Bangladesh?

  Various sources noted that the tilapia (Oreochromis mossambicus), introduced in 1954, was the first exotic piscine in Bangladesh. A vast majority of the 150 exotic species introduced into the country in the last 2-3 decades are mostly ornamental or aquarium fish.

• What size hooks for carp?

  Medium ones, around 20 lb, can go on sizes 6-10. Usually, smaller hooks get a bit more bites. Larger carp, around 30 lb, or even heavier, will go better on hook size 6-2. These hooks go well with larger boilies. Besides that, large carp have large mouth, and will easily spit out a small, like size 10, hook.

• How long can you keep pink salmon in a can?

  How long does opened canned salmon last in the refrigerator? Salmon that has been continuously refrigerated will keep for about 3 to 4 days.

• How do you calculate FCR in shrimp farming?

  In the context of aquaculture, the F.C.R. is calculated as follows: F.C.R. = Feed given / Animal weight gain. In other words, the F.C.R. is the mathematical relationship between the input of the feed that has been fed and the weight gain of a population.

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• How many fish can be in a Biofloc tank?

  In biofloc fish farming, about 3000 fish can be cultivated in a fish tank that has 2 metre area. It also ensures high profit for the farmer. Fish farming can be continued for many years in the tank which has a life of upto 5-10 years. It does not require large ponds and frequent changing of water.

• What do trout bite this time of year?

  The best time of year to fish for trout can depend on a number of factors, but generally, it's the spring. A combination of rising temperatures and a sudden abundance of food make spring a great time for trout to actively feed. And when they're actively feeding, they're prime targets for lures, baits, and flies.

• Can I use a fly rod with a spinning reel?

  Putting a spinning reel on a fly rod can work surprisingly well in some situations where a fly rod's longer length gives a distinct advantage. ... That means a cork, spinning-style reel seat and very lightweight spinning-style guides. I use these for fishing micro-jigs for trout on medium and large rivers.

• What part of clams are you supposed to eat?

  Here's the truth: When you eat a clam, you eat the whole animal— all the soft tissue.

• Can I lose weight eating tuna salad?

  While the tuna diet offers rapid weight loss, it's not a sustainable, long-term solution. In fact, it poses several risks, including slowed metabolism, loss of muscle mass, and mercury poisoning.

• What happens freezer burned salmon?

  Is it safe to eat freezer-burned fish? Freezer burns in fish occur as a result of dehydration due to overexposure to air in the freezer. Although it may appear unpleasant and lose its original flavor, freezer-burned fish is usually safe to eat so long as it has not reached its expiry date.

• What is a good trolling speed for rainbow trout?

  Normal trolling speed when bucktailing is around 3mph, but when if the water temp is higher than 60F then you can troll around the 3.5-3.7mph ranges and if the water temp is lower than 40F troll slower around 2.5mph.

• Are shrimp hard to keep?

  Shrimp are easier to keep than fish in many ways, but they are much more sensitive to changes in their water chemistry. Please note that they are very sensitive to copper and many other metals; excessive iron fertilization to achieve red plants or water supplements containing copper can result in swift death.

• What percentage of prawns are farmed?

  In Australia farmed prawns account for approximately 15 – 20% of total annual production. Wild caught production of prawns in Australia and globally is forecast to remain stable or decline from current levels; accordingly farmed prawns will make up a growing proportion of the prawns we eat.

• What is the brown stuff in crawfish tails?

  That mysterious blob is actually the crawfish's hepatopancreas, which according to the Louisiana State University Agricultural Service, functions somewhat like the human liver, filtering out toxins and other substances that could potentially harm the crawfish.

• Are Chebooktook oysters good?

  Excellent oysters They are so fresh and tasty. Definitely will buy some again!

• How do catfish see in muddy water?

  Certain freshwater fish such as the catfish have taste receptors placed on the outside of their body. This is known as the barbel and is a sensory organ exclusively used when the water is too murky to navigate by sight. These receptors act as sensors and are placed randomly across the fish's body.

• What happens if a mantis shrimp hits a human?

  The mantis shrimp is notorious for their striking force, and have the nickname 'thumb splitter', due to the painful gashes they can cause if handled without care by humans. ... That's more than five million times faster than the fastest ever recorded punch by a human.

• Is fish actually healthy?

  Fish is among the healthiest foods on the planet. It's loaded with important nutrients, such as protein and vitamin D. Fish is also a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are incredibly important for your body and brain.

• What is the best algae killer for ponds?

  For pond algae or lake algae control, we recommend the copper based algaecide Mizzen® to help control nearly all types of Planktonic Algae, Filamentus Algae, and Chara. Mizzen® is an EPA approved algaecide that is safe for most fish, however, it is not recommended for use where there are Koi, Trout or Channel Catfish.

• How long is it safe to keep raw fish in the fridge?

  Raw fish and shellfish should be kept in the refrigerator (40 °F/4.4 °C or less) only 1 or 2 days before cooking or freezing. After cooking, store seafood in the refrigerator 3 to 4 days. Any frozen fish or shellfish will be safe indefinitely; however, the flavor and texture will lessen after lengthy storage.

• Why can't Jews eat shellfish?

  » Because the Torah allows eating only animals that both chew their cud and have cloven hooves, pork is prohibited. So are shellfish, lobsters, oysters, shrimp and clams, because the Old Testament says to eat only fish with fins and scales. Another rule prohibits mixing dairy with meat or poultry.

• How do you tell the difference between a male and female tilapia?

  Male tilapia have a tapered shape below the anus, whereas the female have a more rounded shape with a triangular indentation in the center. Male tilapia have a tapered shape below the anus, whereas the female have a more rounded shape with a triangular indentation in the center.

• What time of day do you fish for shrimp?

  Go shrimping when the tide is low. Schedule your shrimping trips during the time of day when the tide is furthest out to catch them in intertidal areas. Catching them in groups as they swim back out to sea as the tide starts coming back is also a smart tactic.

• Can you substitute fish sauce?

  Soy sauce, which is made from fermented soybeans, water, salt, and wheat, is an excellent alternative to fish sauce. It's also suitable for vegans ( 5 ). Due to the amino acids in soybeans, soy sauce has a rich umami flavor with a hint of sweetness.

• Do oysters open when cooked?

  Note that most cooked oysters will open their shells only a bit. It will be easy to lift off the top shell but they don't actively open up the way cooked mussels and clams do.

• How do you cook salmon with skin on one side?

  Let the salmon cook for 90% of the time on the skin side. The salmon I get is usually about an inch thick, so I cook it for 5 minutes on the skin side. Season the top of the fish with salt, then flip it over to cook for 15-30 seconds on the other side. Serve and enjoy!