What would happen if a human allowed a mantis shrimp to punch their hand?

The club of a mantis shrimp can deal 1,500 newtons but its accelerating at 10,000 times greater than gravity. Thus, the speed compensates and the hand will not stand a chance.

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• Do tropical fish like brine shrimp?

  One of the most popular live foods for aquarium fish is brine shrimp – these creatures can be fed to aquarium fish in all stages of life and they are a great source of protein. ... These creatures are a great source of vitamin A and vitamin D for aquarium fish.

• What is the best bait for bluefish?

  Anglers drifting with chunks or strips of fresh or frozen cut bait catch many bluefish as well. Squid is a top frozen bait. Where possible, most anglers prefer to use fresh caught cut bait. Pogies, spot, sardines, and any other oily fish make great cut baits.

• Can you eat smoked mackerel bones?

  Mackerel can be cooked whole, but make sure it's cleaned thoroughly and scaled by your fishmonger. To avoid bones, cook as fillets by removing two pieces from either side of the spine using a sharp, pointed filleting knife.

• Can you put frozen prawns straight into a curry?

  You can use raw frozen prawns, frozen cooked prawns or indeed fresh for this curry. Each step towards fresh, head on, shell on prawns adds a little extra time to the prep for this curry.

• Are shrimps healthy?

  Shrimp is packed with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin D, vitamin B3, zinc, iron, and calcium. It is also a great source of protein with a relatively small amount of fat. All of these characteristics of shrimp lead to it's numerous health benefits.

• Where does Costco fish come from?

  Norway Costco now will buy 60 percent of its salmon from Norway, and 40 percent from Chile. Norway is the world's largest farmed salmon producer and uses far less antibiotics.

• Why do ghost shrimp die so fast?

  Ghost shrimps are small in size but the amount of the waste they excrete is more than enough to pollute the tank with high amounts of nitrates, which will eventually cause the ghost shrimps to die. As a general rule of thumb, don't add more than 3 to 4 shrimps per gallon of water in your tank.

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• Are sardines and herring related?

  The Mail sardine is a member of the Atlantic herring family. Caught and enjoyed by Atlantic coast) Indians long before the first settlers arrived, these tasty little fish are still being caught the same coves and inlets used by the Indians of long ago.

• What happens if the pH is too high in a fish tank?

  The aquarium itself will often reveal signs of high alkalinity as well. You may notice a sudden increase in green algae growth on the walls and ornaments in the tank. High pH levels encourage the growth of this algae and slime, which will thickly coat the plants and fixtures, making the water highly toxic for fish.

• How can I make tilapia grow faster?

  Once Tilapia are sexed, sorted and placed in grow out tanks, you will need good bio-filtration, good oxygen levels, and a good feeding program. Tilapia will grow really fast if the water is in the mid to high 80's, from fry to plate in about 6-7 months. Cooler water will take longer.

• Can you cook ready to serve salmon?

  Portion size. Serving: As soon as the salmon arrives, place in the refrigerator (or freeze if for use at a later date). Smoked Salmon is already cooked, so it typically needs no further cooking. Preparing it as often as simple as pairing it with herbs, bread, wine or other foods and drinks.

• What's the best bait to use for steelhead fishing?

  Fickle fish After equipment and terminal tackle, the next important factor in hooking a steelhead is the bait. Productive baits include minnows, single eggs, egg sacks, skein, wax worms, maggots and nightcrawlers. At times certain baits work better than others, eliminating the need to go through your entire repertoire.

• Why are there so many dead carp?

  According to the IL Department of Natural Resources - Fisheries Division staff, this naturally occurring condition was most likely caused by the extreme winter; fluctuating water temperatures during carp spawning activities; and the onset of a bacterial infection that negatively impacts on the carp population when this ...

• What is the world record trout caught?

  The world record rainbow trout title belongs to Canadian fisher Sean Konrad. The International Game Fish Association's (IGFA) record book now lists his 48-pound, 42-inch catch as the biggest ever rainbow trout specimen – a true world record trout.

• Is chum salmon the same as pink salmon?

  Some, like sockeye, kings and silvers develop a deep maroon or red coloration. In Southeast Alaska, spawning king salmon are more of a dark brown or blackish color. Chum salmon develop calico bands along each side of their body. ... Consequently, pink salmon are often referred to as “humpys.”

• Is it better to bake or pan fry salmon?

  Roasting salmon fillets in the oven gives you beautiful, succulent fish that doesn't require constant attention. This method, which we recommend if you're cooking four or fewer fillets, has you sear the fish in a pan on the stovetop first, which crisps the skin delectably.

• What ratio is needed in brine cooking smoked fish?

  For a basic brine, the typical ratio of salt to water for a brine is 4 tablespoons of salt per 4 cups of water. Place the meat (chicken, turkey, pork or fish) in a container big enough to hold the meat and dissolve the salt in the water. For this brine recipe, sugar and other spice flavorings are added.

• Which is the tiniest fish?

  In the murky blackwaters of the peat swamp forests of Southeast Asia lives the world's smallest fish, the dwarf minnow of the genus Paedocypris.

• What tastes better catfish or tilapia?

  Often, this difference is because of the difference in taste. Catfish are known for having a flavor that is distinctly fishy, whereas Tilapia has a flavor that is a bit milder. Those that enjoy the strong taste of fish often prefer wild-caught catfish while those that do not will happily eat some Tilapia.

• What water temp is best for catfish?

  Catfish can be caught in cold water but 50 degrees is the benchmark for the big spring bite. From there the bite gets better and better right up until the spawn temperature of around 70 degrees.

• How do you make frozen fish not watery?

  You don't want this excess moisture hanging around while you're cooking, and the most efficient way to get rid of it is to rinse it off in cold water and thoroughly pat the fish dry with a paper towel.

• Is it against the law to night fish?

  Night fishing is legal. There are no countrywide night fishing regulations or guidelines in the USA. Some states have rigorous night fishing timings, while some do not have any timings at all. Also, these regulations can differ based on the water-body you plan to fish in.

• How long does it take to smoke salmon per pound?

  Smoke your salmon around 225 F / 110 C for about 90 minutes to 2 hours per pound. Watch the internal temperature. The salmon will be safe to eat when it reaches a temperature of 145 F / 65 C, but it is ideal to have it reach around 175 F / 80 C so that the salmon has time to absorb as much smoke flavor as possible.

• Is a high pH level bad for fish?

  When the pH of freshwater becomes highly alkaline (e.g. 9.6), the effects on fish may include: death, damage to outer surfaces like gills, eyes, and skin and an inability to dispose of metabolic wastes. High pH may also increase the toxicity of other substances.

• Can you catch fish in a muddy river?

  Muddy Water is Great for Bass Fishing. Most anglers I talk to are frustrated at best by muddy water. Some just avoid it altogether, but the entire food chain of the river is activated when the water is muddy, so the bass fishing can be great.

• Can you eat dried shrimp without cooking?

  Generally used as a condiment, you don't need to rehydrate papery dried shrimps before cooking it or eating it. You can eat the papery dried shrimp raw, but I recommend you to cook it slightly before eating it.

• What is the Alaska state record king salmon?

  Trophy Fish Certificate

  Alaska State Trophy Fish Recordholders
  Species	Trophy Certificate Min. Weight	Recordholders
  King salmon (from Kenai River)	75 lbs	97/4
  King salmon (from other waters)	50 lbs
  Chum salmon	15 lbs	32/0

• Do fish eggs have to be in water?

  It all depends on the type of fish. If it is the type to lay eggs and not what is known as a live bearer, it may lay its eggs in a gelatinous mass on vegetation, or just release the mass into a large ball into the water.

• What is the English name of hilsa fish?

  Tenualosa ilisha The ilish (Tenualosa ilisha) (Bengali: ইলিশ, romanized: iliš), also known as the ilisha, hilsa, hilsa herring or hilsa shad, is a species of fish related to the herring, in the family Clupeidae.