Most hobbyists will keep their fish in quarantine for at least 2 to 4 weeks. During that time, they often treat for parasites with a copper-based treatment for 14-21 days, and only treat for bacterial infections if there are obvious symptoms (ragged fins, red spots, etc.). How long should I let my fish acclimate? Most…
The customary gratuity is 15-20% of the price of a charter. In other words, $100 for every $500 you spend. If the crew has gone considerably far out of their way for you, you may tip more, just like in a restaurant. Some people like to associate a gratuity with how much fish they catch….
Live Bait. When fishing in bays, you have a choice between live bait and artificial lures. If selecting live bait, you will generally want to use something that is similar to what the fish are currently feeding on. In bays, you may use shrimp, bull minnows, and fiddler crabs, which are three of the most…
Koi/Lifespan. Can koi fish live 200 years? Reportedly, koi fish can live for much longer in the optimal conditions and there are supposedly many koi who live over 100 years. However, the oldest koi on this list lived for over 200 years and had its age scientifically verified. What is the oldest living koi fish?…
Guppies 21-35 days. Platies 24-35 days. Swordtails 28 days. Mollies 50-70 days. How long does it take for a molly fish to give birth? The gestation period of a molly fish is around 60 days. Female mollies can store sperm for months and may fertilize eggs as often as every 30 days, even when no…
Be patient! Let your aquarium “settle” for at least 48 hours before buying your first fish. This will give you time to make sure the temperature is set and make adjustments to decorations, etc. How long does a fish tank need to sit before putting fish in? Filling Your New Aquarium After purchasing your new…
Eat up to 12 ounces (two average meals) a week of a variety of fish and shellfish that are lower in mercury. Shrimp, canned light tuna, salmon, pollock, and catfish are low-mercury fish. Albacore (“white”) tuna has more mercury than canned light tuna. So limit your intake of albacore tuna to once a week. Is…
How long can fish survive being shipped? Fish acclimatization The common advice is to float the bag with your newly arrived fish to adjust the temperature but that makes no sense at all. Why am I saying that? Well-packaged fish can survive 2-3 days in a bag without any problems. How often should you fast…
For salmon, we recommend maintaining your smoker at a temperature of 250-275 degrees Fahrenheit, and smoking the salmon for about one hour. You will need an Instant Read Meat Thermometer to check if the salmon is done. How long do you smoke fish at 250 degrees? Preheat a smoker to 250 degrees F with hickory…
Who said so long and thanks for the fish? So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish Quotes by Douglas Adams. What comes after so long and thanks for all the fish? So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish is the fourth book of the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy “trilogy of six books”…
Where is fishing good in Utah right now? Strawberry Reservoir is one of the most popular and productive fisheries in Utah. It provides ideal conditions for fish, resulting in fast growth. And located only about 90 minutes from Salt Lake City, it provides a close getaway for an afternoon of great fishing. What fishing is…
Is Pollock fish expensive? Pollock is a “wild” fish. Due to this marine diet, pollock has high nutritional properties and at its relatively low cost is not much inferior to more expensive varieties of fish. Is pollock a cheap fish? Some restaurants serve them in California Rolls. Pollock is a cheaper alternative to Cod in…