Lake Sturgeon are one of three species of sturgeon found in Illinois waters. Lake Sturgeon can live to be over 150 years old and reach sizes up to 8 feet long and 300 pounds. Pallid Sturgeon are also protected as endangered species at the state and federal level. Where can I find sturgeon in Illinois?…
Where is the best fishing in Lake Okeechobee? Bay bottom spans between the Grassy Island and Torry Island in Belle Glade. This area is one of the most adored spots for bass fishing. Its waters are relatively calm, and it is the perfect spot for all anglers. It’s also the best place on Okeechobee to…
The parasite fauna assemblage of goldfish is generally well documented, but few studies provide evidence of parasite coinvasion following the release of goldfish. How do I know if my goldfish has parasites? What are the fish doing? Acting irritable – ‘scratching’, jumping, twitching, shimmying. Breathing or gasping at the waters surface. Flicking against objects. Gasping,…
Rather than go for an outward attack, the candiru implants itself inside the human body through a rather unusual entryway – the human penis. The fish swims up the penis into the urethra – upstream, which is an impressive feat for such a small fish – where it latches onto the walls with barbs.Rather than…
Capitalize all portions of the common names of fish species and subspecies, but not those of hybrids and life history variants: Largemouth Bass and Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, but saugeye and steelhead. Always use full common names: “Largemouth Bass,” not “Bass,”. Are names of fish proper nouns? The com- mon names of fishes by convention have…
Because of the Great Salt Lake’s high salinity, it has few fish, but they do occur in Bear River Bay and Farmington Bay when spring runoff brings fresh water into the lake. A few aquatic animals live in the lake’s main basin, including centimeter-long brine shrimp (Artemia franciscana). Is it safe to swim in the…
And if you’re fishing on the Canadian side, you’ll need a Canadian fishing license. It’s been a frustrating past year and half for anglers and recreational boaters on waterways such as the St. Lawrence River, Lake Ontario and the Niagara River that have the U.S./Canadian border running through them.And if you’re fishing on the Canadian…
During your pregnancy, DHA helps build your baby’s brain, eyes and nervous system. What types of fish are safe to eat during pregnancy? Some fish considered most safe to eat are: arctic char, basa, salmon, tilapia, canned light tuna, herring, sardines, trout, and processed white fish. What fish do you avoid when pregnant? In high…
1 pink salt is used to cure all meats that require cooking, brining, smoking, or canning. This includes poultry, fish, ham, bacon, luncheon meats, corned beef, pates, and other products. Can I use Himalayan pink salt for curing? Himalayan pink salt can be used for meat curing, however, it does contain more trace minerals compared…
Is there a husband and wife fishing license? If both spouses are not present, the person present may purchase their part of the license and their spouse may obtain their license at a later date at no additional charge. If a spouse does not have a record on file with the DNR, that spouse can…
From 6 to 8 is generally safe, but some fish are highly sensitive to the pH level in an aquarium. To raise the pH slightly, use 1 teaspoon of baking soda per 5 gallons of water. Stirring in baking soda and changing the pH level can shock or disorient your fish. Stir the allotted amount…
While several distributors, including Babies “R” Us, mark this product for ages 6 months and older, several of my mom friends were plopping their infants into this crafty device as early as 3 and 4 months. When can I use Fisher Price sit me up? The manufacturer says it can be used starting when baby…