Yes, they do. Though guppies are one of the calmest breeds and are generally pretty peaceful, they often end up eating their fry. This weird and disturbing activity is termed as filial cannibalism. What makes it even more puzzling is that you normally don’t expect nonviolent fish like guppies to behave this way. Why do…
What fish is running in the Columbia River? The Columbia River is renowned for its salmon and steelhead runs. In a year of good returns, over 1 million Chinook, coho and sockeye salmon, and summer steelhead travel up the river to spawn in its tributaries. Less known are the river’s excellent smallmouth bass and walleye…
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. Any frozen fish or shellfish will be safe indefinitely; however, the flavor and texture will lessen after lengthy storage. Can…
Can a Game Warden Arrest Me for DUI? Although a game warden is generally concerned with enforcing laws regarding wildlife, in most states a game warden can, and will, cite you for violation of other laws, such as driving under the influence. Does DNR have more authority than police? Game wardens, DNR officials, and conservation…
Can I use my South Dakota (Nebraska) fishing license on the Nebraska (South Dakota) side of the river? Yes. The Missouri River, including Lewis and Clark Lake, is considered border waters and a person with a resident license from Nebranka or South Dakota may fish from boat or bank with hook and line. Can you…
Can humans take animal antibiotics? It is illegal for veterinarians (or anyone else) to sell or dispense any medications (like antibiotics) that are intended for animals for human consumption. 1 Packages prepared by the drug manufacturer have clearly marked “not for human consumption” or some similar phrase. Is metronidazole the same for animals and humans?…
Do fish suffer when they’re caught? Catch-and-release fishing is seen as a harmless hobby thanks in part to the belief that fish do not experience pain, and so they do not suffer when a hook pierces their lips, jaws, or other body parts. Do fish really not feel pain? Fish do not feel pain the…
Acclimatise the newly purchased fish as you normally would, and then leave the fish in the quarantine tank for a period of 2 to 4 weeks. Feed as normal and perform water changes weekly. After the time has elapsed and assuming the fish have shown no signs of illness or disease, they can be introduced…
Cooked food sitting at room temperature is in what the USDA calls the “Danger Zone,” which is between 40°F and 140°F. In this range of temperatures, bacteria grows rapidly and the food can become unsafe to eat, so it should only be left out no more than two hours. Does fried fish need to be…
Beneficial bacteria multiply rapidly to cope with the additional organic waste being produced, which in turn cause the water to appear cloudy. The cloudiness usually last about 1-2 days till the water condition is stabilized. Introduce new fish gradually to reduce the impact in your aquarium tank. Is it normal for a new aquarium to…
Sometimes bass and catfish can find their way into storm sewers. Sometimes even koi fish can be lost in the sewers during flooding. It’s not unheard of to go fishing in storm sewers, though it is a bit odd — A 2013 USA Today headline declared “sewer fishing is the newest rage in fishing.”Oct 10,…
Mercury poisoning refers to a toxicity from mercury consumption. Mercury is a type of toxic metal that comes in different forms within the environment. The most common cause of mercury poisoning is from consuming too much methylmercury or organic mercury, which is linked to eating seafood.Mercury poisoningMercury poisoningHigh-level exposure to methylmercury is known as Minamata…