Will a betta fish kill a guppy?

Betta's are attracted to males guppies because of their pretty tails, they will kill them if they catch them, but in a big tank betta's will act different, lots of times it throws them off and they are almost shy. A betta is usually fearful in a big tank alone, they like to know every inch of their surrounds.

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• How long will fresh fish keep in 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.

• How do you keep fried catfish crispy?

  Just be sure to put the fish in an air-tight container or ziploc bag. To reheat, allow the catfish to come to room temperature while you preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the catfish on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes (or until heated through). The oven is the best way to keep that crispy exterior.

• Why is my fish chewy?

  Fish that seems tough when you bite into it is probably overcooked. As it moves from done to "overdone," the flesh continues to firm then shrinks, pushing out moisture, which evaporates and leaves the fish dry and chewy. Fresh fish needs little embellishment, for its flavor is as fragile as its flesh.

• Is yellowfin tuna unhealthy?

  Skipjack and canned light tuna, which are relatively low in mercury, can be eaten as part of a healthy diet. However, albacore, yellowfin and bigeye tuna are high in mercury and should be limited or avoided.

• Can you microwave frozen stuffed clams?

  The stuffed clams can be heated in a conventional oven, on a grill, or in the microwave. They should be kept frozen until ready to use. ... To heat in the microwave, place two clams on a microwavable plate. Cook on high for 4 minutes, based on an 1100 watt oven.

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• Can clams kill you?

  Every year millions of Americans eat raw molluscan shellfish especially oysters and clams. However, for some people, eating raw or undercooked oysters or clams can cause serious illness or even death from Vibrio vulnificus.

• What do you do with baby fish you don't want?

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  • Hope that the parents or other tankmates eat the babies.
  • Sell/Donate the babies to the LFS once they've grown a bit.
  • Give them away to friends or local hobbyists.
  • Buy more and more tanks to house your constantly breeding guppies until you are known by your peers as "that weird fish kid."

• How do you dry squid before cooking?

  Frying Dried Squid Dry thoroughly with paper towel before cooking. Heat oil over medium-low heat. Place dried squid and lower heat to low. Slow cook each side for 3 minutes.

• What is the best lures for Lake fishing?

  11 Best Lures for Bass Fishing Beginners

  • Square Bill Crankbait. ...
  • Skirted Bass Jig. ...
  • Lipless Crankbait. ...
  • Finesse Worm. ...
  • Tube Bait. ...
  • Swimbait. ...
  • Jerk Bait (Soft Plastic) ...
  • Topwater Frog.

• Are fish in tanks happy?

  As long as the basic requirements of water chemistry are met, and basic biologically needs are satisfied, and appropriate tank mates are selected, many fish can be quite happy. Most just want to eat, mate, and not get eaten.

• Can you eat too much fish in a week?

  The Bottom Line. Overall, you shouldn't be afraid of eating fish. Fish are an important source of omega-3 fatty acids and provide multiple other benefits. In fact, it is generally recommended that most people eat at least two servings of fish per week.

• What lures do redfish like?

  Best Lures for Redfish

  • Rapala Saltwater Skitter Walk (Topwater)
  • Shimano Suspending Waxwing (Subsurface Wobbler)
  • Sebile Splasher (Topwater)
  • MirrOlure 17MR-18 (Suspending Jerkbait)
  • Halco Hamma 105 (Topwater)
  • Yo-Zuri Crystal 3-D Minnow Jointed (Floating Jerkbait)
  • LiveTarget Mullet Twitchbait (Floating Jerkbait)

• How can you tell if salmon is still good?

  Salmon should be reddish when it is raw and turns to pink when it has been cooked. If you notice that it has a grey opaque skin then it has gone bad. Other things to look for are milky residue, dark spots, or mold anywhere on the fish. Those are all signs that your salmon has spoiled.

• How do I know if my pond is ready for fish?

  When you determine that your water is ready for fish, follow these steps to add them in:

  1. Check the temperature of the water. ...
  2. If the temperature is right, float your fish in a bag of its previous water for 20-30 minutes before releasing them into the pond. ...
  3. When you add fish, don't add too many at a time.

• Do shrimp need a cycled tank?

  No... cycling the tank is important and the best way to make sure there is plenty of food for the shrimp. They feed on bio-film which develops during the cycling process. A cycled tank is as important as a tank that can supply food.

• What time of year does salmon spawn?

  Sockeye salmon spawn in June and July in Alaska, whereas kokanee, the landlocked version of sockeye, spawn in the fall. Chum salmon can spawn as early as March or “late summer,” but with high water flows, the heaviest concentrations usually are early in winter. Pink salmon spawn August to October.

• Is it OK if fish is a little pink?

  Any harmful bacteria will be on the outside of the fish, and not in the middle. So, you can cook whole fish to preference or pink in the middle, as long as the outside is fully cooked. ... This is because they can contain harmful bacteria throughout.

• Why do carp die after spawning?

  There is no proof that spawning itself can cause carp to die but carp can be weaker during or after spawning, therefore they may be more susceptible and less resilient to changes in their environment such as oxygen depletion in the water, or a potential algae bloom which could be detrimental to the carps health.

• Why is yellowfin called AHI?

  Ahi is a species of tuna and is divided into two different types: yellowfin and bigeye. The name comes from the Hawaiian word for fire and references the smoke produced from the fishing line going over the side of the boat so quickly when ahi is caught.

• Is tuna from supermarket safe to eat raw?

  Tuna steak from the grocery store should only be consumed raw if it is labeled sushi-grade or sashimi-grade. While this is still not a guarantee against parasites, it means the fish was caught, cleaned, and frozen quickly while still on the boat and is the best option for sushi or sashimi.

• Do ribbon fish taste good?

  They are often caught by recreational anglers on piers and in the surf of the Southeast. Ribbonfish are a prized food fish in Japan, but have yet to be widely embraced by American eaters. The flesh is between flounder and sea trout – mild with a hint of briny, ocean flavor.

• How long do you cook precooked prawns?

  Heat prawns for 6-10 minutes, depending on the size. If they are small or medium, heat 3 minutes on each side. If they are large, heat them 4-5 minutes on each side.