Still, rumors of their ease of care are exaggerated. Bettas don’t thrive in tiny puddles in the wild—though during the dry season when streams dry up, some wild bettas do survive by puddle-hopping—and therefore prefer a tank of at least 2.5 gallons. But more is better. Can bettas survive in the wild? In the wild,…
There are dozens of species of corydoras, several of which are cold water fish, but the panda cory is the most commonly available one that tolerates lower temperatures. They can survive a range from 65° to 80°. Do Cory catfish need a heater? Catfish require warm water that’s between 74 and 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Choose…
We’ve heard of garlic being good for fish’s immune system with an antiparasitic effect. This recent study suggests onions are just as healthy! Lysozyme activity in fish fed the OP-0.5 diet was higher than that of fish fed the OP-0, OP-1, OP-2, OP-3, and OP-5 diets. What food is poisonous to fish? Fat is harmful…
Can fish actually get depressed? According to researchers, fish can get depressed, too, and studies are being done on the aquatic animals in an effort to find treatments for humans suffering from the disorder. Can fishes feel lonely? In captivity, it’s strongly recommended that they should be kept at least in pairs, to provide companionship….
Humans use beer as bait for other humans all the time. “Let’s meet over a beer!” “Come to my kegger!” “Sure baseball is boring, but we’ll have guys delivering beer literally right to your seat!” To lure fish though, using beer as bait is a bit more… let’s say…Apr 28, 2016. What happens if you…
The lesser salmon catfish has been found feasting on mice. A survey of 18 lesser salmon catfish (Neoarius graeffei) from Ashburton river in northern Australia, suggests the fish can consume large quantities of small land animals when given the chance — almost half of the catfish had mice in their bellies. Do catfish eat rats?…
Absolutely, fish can get seriously stressed by traumatic situations, and the effects can last for some time in some cases. Is my fish traumatized? Symptoms: You should observe your fish often for any of these signs of stress. Gasping at the Surface: If a fish is gasping his mouth at the surface, this is a…
Do fish love humans? Many people feel that fish have no emotions and therefore cannot love their owners in the same way humans do. Some fish do show aggression to their owners, that I know for sure. So, if they show aggression then they must be able to show love? The answer is not clear…
What is the best time to fish at Lake Mead? The best time for largemouth bass is May through September, fishing during early morning and evening. Bluegill fishing is best from May through June. Channel catfish are typically caught on the bottom with beef/chicken liver, shrimp, or prepared baits from April through September. Can you…
Among the many odd questions aquarists ask is whether aquarium fish can see in the dark. Well, the straight and simple answer is NO! Aquarium fish, whether betta, goldfish, guppies or otherwise don’t exactly see in the dark, at least not with their eyes. Do freshwater fish need light at night? Aquarium fish do not…
How long should a fish be fried? Fry the fish, two or three pieces at a time, in the hot oil until the coating is golden and fish begins to flake when tested with a fork, turning once. This takes about 3 or 4 minutes per batch. What makes the best fried fish? The best…
Serve immediately with crackers, or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. You can also freeze this dip for up to 3 months. Just thaw and serve chilled!May 30, 2016. Does smoked fish dip freeze well? Smoked salmon dip may not hold up well to freezing. Typically, smoked fish dips are made…