Why has my saltfish turned pink?

Properly cured cod should remain white or ivory in colour, even after long-term storage. If the cod has developed a yellow or red hue, it has become oxidised or been affected by microorganisms. Discoloured salt cod should be discarded.

FAQ

• Do frozen brine shrimp come back to life?

  There is no way a dead/frozen anything will come back to life...

• How do you keep crawfish alive for a week?

  To keep the crawfish alive, place them in a large ice chest or a large plastic tub. Then, place a soaking wet towel over the sack in the chest. Then, place a bag of ice cubes or cool gel packs over the sack. Keep the crawfish in a cool, dark location away from the wind.

• What happens if you eat salmon bones?

  If the fish bone is stuck in your esophagus or elsewhere in your digestive tract, it can pose real danger. It can cause a tear in your esophagus, an abscess, and on rare occasions, life-threatening complications. Consult your doctor if your pain is severe or doesn't go away after a few days.

• Do ghost shrimp die after laying eggs?

  Will ghost shrimp die after laying eggs? That question is easy to understand, given that ghost shrimp have a short lifespan of about one year. However, researchers have seen that the ghost shrimp breed multiple times in warmer waters, so the answer is: no, they do not die directly after laying eggs.

• How long does it take for fish to poop?

  Fish that are fed constantly will poop at least once in every 48 hours. Those that are not regularly fed will poop at irregular intervals and their poops are often delayed. In many cases, starving fish won't poop for up to 4 days. Peeing is more constant than pooping in most fish.

• Can you eat the bones in mackerel?

  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.

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• Do carp stop feeding in winter?

  The simple answer is no, carp never completely stop feeding even in the wintertime. However, it is safe to say that their appetite considerably drops due to scientific factors which include the fish's metabolism as well as body temperature.

• Should you remove a dying fish from the tank?

  A dead fish should be removed from its tank immediately after you've found out about the incident. This is because when a fish dies it starts to decompose right away, which could foul the water in the aquarium. The polluted water may then kill the other fish in the tank.

• What's the difference between white shrimp and regular shrimp?

  White Shrimp – White shrimp are prized for their large size, their tender texture, and their mild flavor. ... Brown Shrimp – (Pictured above) If you like a stronger, more forward shrimp flavor, brown shrimp is for you. They tend to be smaller than white shrimp and have a firmer texture.

• What size hooks for perch fishing?

  Hooks. Bait hooks ranging from size 4 to 8 are ideal for most of the baits used for perch fishing. Some prefer hooks on the larger side because they are easier to remove and less likely to be swallowed.

• Will a snowflake eel eat cleaner shrimp?

  Snowflake eel grows pretty fast when fed well. I had 4 cleaner shrimps and 4 Fire shrimps, now I only have 2 Fire shrimps.

• Are male crayfish bigger than females?

  Sexual dimorphism The LB of the 678 crayfish ranged from 1.8 to 11.1cm, the LT ranged from 1.1 to 6.1 cm, and the WWT ranged from 0.18 to 83.43 g (Table 3). Males were heavier than females (ANCOVA; p<0.001), and the LT of females was longer than that of males (p<0.001).

• Should I clean fish poop everyday?

  Fish excrements will naturally perish thanks to the Nitrogen cycle which breaks it down into ammonium and nitrate. However, rely on this fact or just scooping it will not solve the poop problem in your fish tank. A scheduled weekly cleaning routine is the key.

• How do you open oysters to fry?

  Once your knife enters the shell, twist the knife, which will pry the hinge of the shell open. Give a quick sniff to ensure each oyster smells fresh. The juice inside should be clear and smell briny.

• What can you catch with dead mullet?

  Dead mullet is the best bait for catching tarpon, snook, redfish and speckled trout consistently because these fish conserve energy by scavenging on easy meals. Trophy sized predatory fish would much rather eat a dead mullet than chase a live one in order to expend fewer calories acquiring a meal.

• How can you tell if tuna in a can is bad?

  Rust, dents, and holes are telltale signs that your tuna might not be good to eat anymore. Once you open the can, the smell, color, and taste of the tuna will be able to tell you whether you can use the meat or not. When in doubt, throw it out. A possibly bad can of tuna is not worth risking your health for.

• Is langostino a lobster or shrimp?

  Langostino looks like cooked shrimp meat but has a sweet, delicate flavor more like lobster or crab. The texture resembles shrimp more than lobster tail meat. The edible morsel of meat in the langostino is found in its inch-long tail.

• Is it safe to eat fish with worms?

  If you eat fish raw or undercooked, you run a very small risk of infection with one of these worms. If the fish is freshly caught and immediately filleted, however, you won't run into this problem. The reason is that the worms live in the intestines of the fish and would be removed by cleaning.

• Do catfish like clean or dirty water?

  They thrive in rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and small streams, in a host of water quality conditions, from clear water to highly turbid (muddy) systems. ... Catfish also have good vision in clear water and can hear well, and can detect vibrations using their lateral line sense.

• Can cooked salmon have worms?

  The white worms we occasionally spot in salmon fillets are parasites called roundworms. ... The good news is that roundworms don't pose health risks when fish is thoroughly cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit, which is the FDA's recommendation.

• Is it safe to eat bait shrimp?

  You can safely eat bait shrimp in certain conditions. For instance, you should avoid ones that were frozen or don't survive through your day of fishing. However, if they survive until you get home, you might consider eating them after you clean and devein them.

• Which animal have no bones?

  Animals without backbones are called invertebrates. They range from well known animals such as jellyfish, corals, slugs, snails, mussels, octopuses, crabs, shrimps, spiders, butterflies and beetles to much less well known animals such as flatworms, tapeworms, siphunculids, sea-mats and ticks.

• What month do you catch mackerel?

  General information. Mackerel are seasonal fish and usually arrive in our waters around late spring and leave early autumn... BUT... For the last two years, the mackerel have been arriving late September and staying through to January/February.

• How do you make shrimp not tough?

  How to Keep Shrimp Tender While Cooking

  1. Defrost shrimp in the refrigerator -- not at room temperature or in the microwave. ...
  2. Don't let boiled shrimp cool in the cooking water, as they will continue to cook and won't be tender. ...
  3. Serve grilled shrimp immediately, while they are still hot.

• What is bluefish taste like?

  ROBUST FLAVOR. BUTTERY WHITE FLAKES. Bluefish has a bad reputation as having a “fishy” taste.

• Why do some people like fish and others don t?

  Lots of people don't like fish because of their experience eating fish with a strong flavor like sea bass or trout. Not all seafood has that distinctive flavor. There are many types of fish with a mild flavor similar to chicken. ... Shrimp and scallops also have a nice, mild flavor.