What size catfish tastes best?

Everyone has their own personal opinion, but the best eating tends to be 3-5lbs. The younger catfish are usually better eating, as the bigger fish are loaded with toxins. I usually set the bar higher if I need fish for a fish fry.

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• What to do if pH is low in fish tank?

  If the pH in your tank is too low, there are several methods you can use to bring it up. By gradually adding bicarbonates to your tank, changing up the items in your tank, and cleaning the tank on a regular basis, you can successfully raise the pH of your aquarium and keep it that way.

• Why is there a lead warning on canned oysters?

  Lightly smoked oysters in cotton seed oil are a flavorful compliment to any seafood dip, appetizer and bisque or for eating straight out of the can. (California Proposition 65) Warning: This product contains lead and cadmium, chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

• What brand of tilapia is safe to eat?

  When eating fish, it is best to choose a low-mercury fish that contains more omega-3 than omega-6 fatty acids, such as sardines or salmon. However, non-GE tilapia is still a better choice than red meat and processed meats, such as bacon, hot dogs, and burgers.

• Should you reheat cooked prawns?

  Seafood - Seafood is a higher risk food when it comes to reheating. You should aim to get it in the fridge within 2 hours of cooking and consume it within 2 days. ... If raw then ensure that they are piping hot when cooked (pre-cooked ones can be eaten cold). However, if you heat pre-cooked prawns, don't reheat them again.

• Can too much salt hurt fish?

  I wasn't able to find a lot of information on the effects of oversalting the water in a freshwater tank but can add that too much salt may lead to an overactive slime coat and in severe cases can lead to dehydration. Remember, through osmosis, a feshwater fish will loose water when placed in a tank with too much salt.

• What is the best speed to troll for lake trout?

  1.7 to 2.0 mph Lake Trout prefer slow presentations from 1.7 to 2.0 mph. Trolling or drift socks or a trolling plate can help achieve this.

• What amino acids attract carp?

  L-Alanine is one of the most gustatory stimulatory amino acids to carp.

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• What size hooks for kingfish?

  A single chem-sharp offset hook in the 6/0 to 8/0 size range is idea for these fish.

• Can smoked haddock make you sick?

  Can undercooked fish make you sick? Foodborne illness can result in severe vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain, among other symptoms. Major types of food poisoning that can result from eating raw or undercooked fish and shellfish include Salmonella and Vibrio vulnificus.

• Is yellowtail the same as tuna?

  The main difference between the two fish is the California Yellowtail fish species is a Jack and a cousin to the Amberjack on the East Coast and Gulf of Mexico and the Yellowfin Tuna is a tuna fish that grow to enormous "cow" size as much as 400+ pounds off West Coast California down Baja, Mexico.

• What should smoked haddock smell like?

  Don't Be Afraid of Fish Skin To determine if fish is still good to eat, trust your senses—there's a difference between a slight fishy smell and an acrid fish-gone-bad smell. Also, the flesh should be firm, not mushy, and should look and feel dewy as opposed to dried-out, or turning grey.

• Is cherry wood good for smoking salmon?

  It's commonly used when smoking salmon, but it goes well with most fish, pork, poultry and light-meat game birds. Apple has a very mild with a subtle sweet, fruity flavor. ... Cherry wood has a sweet mild, fruity flavor that is a good match for all meats.

• How long have we been eating oysters?

  Fossil records show that the oyster dates to 145 million years ago. This means that oysters have been around since the start of humanity... How did people first open oysters?

• Should yellowfin tuna be pink in the middle?

  Tuna steaks need a watchful eye during cooking so they remain tender and moist. ... Because tuna steaks get dry and chewy when overcooked, the center should still be pink when it is done cooking.

• Is it OK to eat tuna pink in middle?

  Tuna needs a watchful eye during cooking so it remains tender and moist. Because it gets dry and chewy when overcooked, the center should still be pink when it is done cooking.

• Does coffee attract fish?

  Coffee Smell Attracts Fish Anglers have also placed coffee grounds in the water and watched smaller fish come up to eat the grounds. Because coffee grounds are an attractant to fish, one manufacturer of fishing lures has created a coffee-flavored tube that contains coffee grounds.

• How far in advance should you salt fish?

  Before cooking, soak salt cod for 48 hours. I prefer to desalt mine for 48 hours. Salt cod varies from piece to piece; the thickness of the fillet or steak and the salting and drying method at the source are all variables. To desalt the cod, cut it into chunks, put them in a large bowl, and cover with water.

• Is freezing fish whole bad?

  Keep in mind that fish that are frozen whole tend to be in lower quality because of poor practices in handling, as well as in processing. Always remember that it is your responsibility to ensure the quality of the fish you have caught as this can impact your health and those who will consume this wild catch.

• Will tilapia breed in a pond?

  Tilapia can be grown successfully in a variety of environments, including ponds, cages, raceways, and tanks. Urban farmers have even reported growing them in trash cans. If you are using a tank or cage, you will need to purchase the materials needed to set up these systems.

• Are you supposed to bleed Spanish mackerel?

  Bleeding fish is recommended for species like Kingfish, Wahoo, Tuna, Mackerel, etc. Make sure after you cut them to bleed you should put them in a large bucket of water head first if possible or have a separate cooler to bleed them in.

• Is Pacific saury high in mercury?

  The Low-Mercury Canned Fish Alternatives Mackerel pike, also known as Pacific saury (꽁치) is another canned fish you can substitute. This small fish feeds on plankton rather than other fish, and their maximum reported life span is 2 years.

• What fish is not good for pregnant?

  Quick tips for foods to avoid when pregnant Avoid high-mercury fish including shark, swordfish, tuna, and marlin. Raw fish and shellfish can be contaminated with bacteria and parasites. Some of these can cause adverse health effects and harm both you and baby. Raw or undercooked meat may contain harmful bacteria.

• Are blood clams safe?

  Blood Clams. Unlike other varieties of clams that are safe to eat, the blood clam can ingest viruses and bacteria including hepatitis A, typhoid and dysentery because it lives in lower oxygen environments.