The swim bladder, gas bladder, fish maw, or air bladder is an internal gas-filled organ that contributes to the ability of many bony fish (but not cartilaginous fish) to control their buoyancy, and thus to stay at their current water depth without having to waste energy in swimming. How does fish maintain buoyancy in water?…
Fish slow down and rest in the winter, but don’t hibernate. Being cold-blooded doesn’t translate to an ability to thrive under cold conditions. In the case of fish, their environment is predominantly aquatic, meaning that their metabolism and body temperatures fluctuate with the warmth (or lack of warmth) of the water. At what temperature do…
Can fish become unconscious? An electric shock delivered immediately after bringing fish onto a ship could knock them unconscious, but only if the current was strong enough. If the electric shock was too weak, the fish were merely immobilized. Why are my fish hitting themselves? Fish flick and scratch for the same reasons that other…
Fish, shrimp, and seaweed are great sources of iodine. You need iodine for a healthy thyroid, but avoid large amounts of iodine-rich choices like kelp. That may make your condition worse. What foods trigger thyroid problems? Goitrogens Soy foods: tofu, tempeh, edamame, etc. Certain vegetables: cabbage, broccoli, kale, cauliflower, spinach, etc. Fruits and starchy plants:…
Scaling whole fish is a necessary chore as the scales are unpleasant to eat. Your fishmonger will be happy to gut and scale fish for you but it is also an easy and satisfying technique to master at home. Removing scales can be a messy business so put the fish into a plastic bag to…
What type of fish is used in ceviche? White Fish to use in ceviche: Fluke. Flounder. Sea Bass. Grouper. Sole. Rockfish. Mahi Mahi. Snapper. What does Peruvian ceviche have in it? In Peru, ceviche has been declared to be part of Peru’s “national heritage” and has had a holiday declared in its honor. The classic…
Could a fish survive in urine? The limited space and lack of oxygen would make it almost impossible for the fish to survive. Is human urine good for fish? Human waste could be an alternative to chemical fertilizers. Human urine could nourish the plankton used as food on fish farms. Plankton grown in diluted urine…
What are snaps used for in fishing? A snap swivel is a piece of terminal tackled used to connect your fishing line and a lure. It serves two purposes: It allows one to change lures swiftly, without needing to tie a second knot; and. It prevents your line from twisting, as is common when using…
Can I feed Nori to my freshwater fish? Vitamin Rich Nori Seaweed is ideal for marine herbivores such as Tangs and Surgeonfish, Parrotfish, Angelfish and herbivorous freshwater fishes such as Tropheus, Mbuna and Goldfish. Can tropical fish eat nori? Nori Seaweed Sheets, Premium Restaurant Grade Green 4″ x 7.5″ Sheets. Perfect for Marine Tangs, Angelfish,…
Bug bombing your house with a fish tank inside can be risky. The best way to protect your fish is by moving your tank to another location. However, we understand this isn’t always possible. In this case, you should turn off the tank and any airflow pumps and cover the top. Is pest control safe…
Can I send dried fish from Philippines to USA? Surprisingly, there aren’t tight restrictions on fish and seafood, as long as they’re personal quantities. If so, then canned, smoked, dried and frozen are all acceptable, and even fresh fish is allowed. Can I bring dried meat to USA? Find out which meat, poultry and pet…
Children age 15 or younger can fish for trout without a fishing license and trout stamp if they are with a properly licensed adult, but they must limit their combined catch to the adult’s daily limit of five trout. The child can buy a trout fee which will allow them to catch their own limit….