What’s the difference between a clam and a scallop?

While everything inside the shells of both clams and scallops can be eaten, the adductor muscle is the part that people most enjoy eating. Because the scallop uses this muscle to swim, the adductor in the scallop, also called the "eye," grows much larger than that of the clam.

FAQ

• Where did crayfish originate?

  The red swamp crayfish – scientific name Procambarus clarkii – originates from Louisiana, a southern US state, and was brought to China by Japanese civilians, who reared them as pets during the second Sino-Japanese war (from 1937 to 1945), says the professor.

• Are circle hooks good for channel catfish?

  Circle hooks can work well with channel catfish that are biting aggressively and the channel catfish are larger. For smaller channel catfish circle hooks can be a bit of a problem though. The optimal size for channel catfish is typically a 2/0 or 3/0 hook when using a Kahle hook.

• Why do Japanese eat fish?

  Why is Japan so intimately involved with fish? ... Because the Japanese are a rice-farming people, we have reservoirs and marshes for creating rice paddies, and since fish live there as well, the people seldom ate meat until about 100 years ago. Fish were their primary source of animal protein.

• Can you cook frozen breaded shrimp?

  Bake: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Arrange frozen shrimp in single layer on baking sheet so shrimp are not touching. Bake 11 to 12 minutes or until golden brown on middle oven rack.

• Can I fish with dead shiners?

  Can you fish with dead shiners? Yes. While many fish prefer live bait, you can still get a bite from fishing with dead shiners. All you have to do is to make sure that you rig them properly to make sure that they are looking alive.

• What happens if you eat out of date smoked salmon?

  Chances are there's nothing wrong with it, but it's better to be safe than sorry. Speaking of dates, if your typical smoked salmon is more than about 5-7 days past its date, it's time for it to go ([ASF]), even if it's still unopened. Technically it could still be okay, but I think there's no point in risking it.

• Is shrimp OK for heart patients?

  Eating shrimp as part of a balanced diet can offer a person several key nutrients, and it may be good for their heart and cardiovascular health. Doctors previously recommended against eating shrimp as part of a heart-healthy diet, citing the high levels of cholesterol it contains.

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• How much mercury is in mullet?

  Mercury Levels in Commercial Fish and Shellfish (1990-2012)

  SPECIES	MERCURY CONCENTRATION MEAN (PPM)	MERCURY CONCENTRATION MAX (PPM)
  CRAWFISH	0.033	0.051
  SHAD	0.038	0.186
  MACKEREL ATLANTIC (N.Atlantic)	0.05	0.16
  MULLET	0.050	0.27

• Why is tilapia so bad for you?

  The bad news for tilapia is that it only contains 240 mg of omega-3 fatty acids per serving — ten times less omega-3 than wild salmon (3). ... Some people even believe omega-6 fatty acids can be harmful and increase inflammation if eaten in excess ( 8 ).

• How poisonous are cuttlefish?

  Like octopuses and some squid, cuttlefish are venomous. ... Although cuttlefish rarely encounter humans, their poison is considered extremely toxic and can be as lethal as the poison of the blue-ringed octopus, reports MarineBio. Cuttlefish store their venom away in a razor-sharp beak hidden under those tentacles.

• Can a razor clam cut you?

  Razor clam, right. ... Razor clams just aren't that sharp, that doesn't mean you shouldn't be careful. After all when a razor clam shell is cut just right by your shovel, it can create a sharp edge, and when you reach in that would be more likely to cut you. So be cautious, but don't get overly worried.

• Is it better to bake fish covered or uncovered?

  Lots of people prefer to bake their fish by wrapping it in foil. This method is very efficient, as it cuts down on oven and utensil cleaning time. By wrapping the fish in a protective covering, it has a similar effect to steaming, as moisture is sealed within the foil rather than escaping into the oven.

• Do clams need saltwater?

  Most clams, including the colorful giant clams available in the pet trade, are marine animals and so they need a saltwater aquarium. Seawater contains a large number of different elements in solution. ... Note that the tank needs to cycle for several weeks before adding any animals and a few months before adding clams.

• Where can capelin be found?

  Habitat. Capelin have a circumpolar distribution throughout the arctic and subarctic regions of the world. In the northwestern Atlantic, they range from western Greenland and Hudson Bay in the north to Maine in the south and are most abundant around Newfoundland.

• Do pufferfish puff up?

  Pufferfish will “puff up” as a defense mechanism if they are threatened. A shape that is more than double its original size, round and sometimes covered in spines is much more difficult to bite and isn't very appetizing to a predator. ... Most puffers are toxic to eat.

• Why is my shrimp Gray?

  Shrimp, before it's cooked, is a very unappetizing gray-blue color. This color, it turns out, is the exoskeleton (you know, the shrimp's external skeleton).

• What fish does not have worms in it?

  Which fish is least likely to have visible parasites?

  • Trout.
  • Salmon.
  • Tuna.
  • Mackerel.
  • Sardines.
  • Marlin.

• What do dead clams look like?

  Look for clams that are open, not closed Clams should be slightly open, and if you tap on them, the shells should close rather quickly. If the clam shells are closed or do not close when you tap on them, then the clam is dead. ... If the clams float in the water, they are dead, according to The Week.

• How long should mackerel be cooked for?

  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and brush lightly with olive oil. Lay the mackerel fillets skin side up on the paper and season the skin with sea salt. Roast for 8-10 minutes until the skin is crisp and the fish is cooked through.

• Do fish eat in cold water?

  In cold water, enzymes that digest the food a fish eats are very slow acting. ... As the water warms, these enzymes become more active and fish eat more often. The oxygen and temperature factors will finally reach a point where a fish's digestive system functions quickly.

• Do mudfish live in mud?

  The African mudfish, or lungfish, can live out of water for many months in its burrow of hardened mud beneath a dried-up streambed. ... Lungfish live in muddy waters that are low in oxygen. They breathe by means of both gills and a lobed air bladder that serves as a primitive lung.

• Do you season salmon before or after?

  Seasoning the fish too soon before cooking. When seasoned too soon before cooking, the salt will start to break down the proteins in the salmon and draw moisture out of the fish. Follow this tip: No matter the method of cooking, season the fish just before it hits the pan, goes in the oven, or onto the grill.

• Can you smoke salmon that has been frozen?

  Frozen salmon definitely smokes up better than fresh. When you freeze salmon the meat becomes more porous which in turn lets the salmon absorb both the brine and the smoke flavor better.

• How do you breed Galaxy Fishbone shrimp?

  To produce your fishbone shrimp you cross these Tibees back to a Taiwan Bee shrimp to produce TaiTibees and then breed selectively to get to the desired color pattern that makes the shrimp a Pinto.

• What is the most expensive shrimp to eat?

  Black King Kong Shrimp:

  • Black king Kong shrimp is a quite rare form of shrimp which is only found in Taiwan and the most expensive amongst all. ...
  • Eel fishes are the special seafood available in the USA, which is very expensive as their price is estimated to be $2000 per a single pound that is not affordable for everyone.

• Do fish bite better in high or low tide?

  Neither the high tide nor the low tide is the best time to fish. Instead, look to fish during the middle periods, between the flooding or falling tides. The high and low points are not good times to fish.

• Does Salt Make crawfish poop?

  This is an old wives tale, and not something we recommend. Crawfish excrete waste through their gills, and purging takes time. While a salt rinse may clean the existing waste from their gills, it will not force the crawfish to purge themselves and eliminate waste from their intestines.

• How are sprats made?

  It is mostly caught by trawling and is made into fish meal, canned, smoked, and eaten fresh; cooking methods include pan-frying and broiling. It is used for feeding mink and juveniles are used for fish bait. Young sprats are commonly known as brisling.

• Is it normal for shrimp to hide?

  When they are young, shrimp will shed their skin around once a week. As soon as they have shed their shell, they are very vulnerable because their new shell is quite soft in the beginning. They usually hide away for the following few days until their shells have hardened.

• Does dried shrimp taste good?

  Though small, dried shrimp impart a lot of umami flavor to any dish. ... Larger ones are usually more expensive than the tiny shrimp. Certain sizes of dried shrimp are better suited for different recipes. For example, the larger shrimp are great for flavoring soups, while the very tiny ones are great for dumpling fillings.

• Do you peel prawns before cooking?

  How to prepare prawns. If the prawns are shell-on, you'll need to peel them. This can be done before or after cooking, but peeling them after cooking makes for a juicier, more flavourful prawn. Grip the body of the prawn in one hand and twist the head off with the other (this can be used to make stock).