FAQ – Can two betta fish live in the same tank? No, particularly when talking about two male betta fish. You should not have more than one male betta in the same tank. Betta fish are very territorial, not only will the two males end up fighting but the fact they are sharing the same…
Is owning a puffer fish illegal? Not totally banned, but you do need a license to sell or serve puffer fish in the U.S. Called “fugu” and served as a delicacy in Japan, puffer fish (AKA blowfish) can be deadly if not prepared properly. According to the FDA: “[S]ome puffer fish contain the toxins tetrodotoxin…
Putah fish contain native rainbow DNA, a rarity in today’s trout world. The fish that currently reside in the creek are directly linked to steelhead (ocean-going rainbow trout) that once returned to the watershed. Very few waters in the world can claim that status. Can you keep trout Putah Creek? Putah Creek is a relatively…
There are several different forms of black bettas available today. However, removing the strain names coined by breeders, you have the most popular strains. These are the black variants of the melano, lace, and orchid as well as the Black Devil, Black Ice, and Copper-based Black, which is the latest trend. Can bettas be black?…
Do fish have bugs? Answer: Almost all species of fish, to a greater or lesser extent, suffer from attack by parasites (which are the “bugs” currently under discussion). Ectoparasites are those found on the external surfaces of a fish (i.e. the skin, fins and gills), while endoparasites are found in the flesh and organs. What…
Churches, VFW halls, American Legion posts and other places fry up untold tons of fish every Friday between Ash Wednesday and, in some cases, Good Friday. There are even a few spots where you can get fried fish year-round. Why do black people fry fish on Friday? As black families moved to cities, the tradition…
Keeping a plecostomus and betta together often works perfectly fine. It’s always important to take into account the nature of your betta. If you know he’s aggressive then it’s always best to avoid adding any fish into the tank with him. Can you put a betta fish with an algae eater? For a single betta…
What type of rods are best for bass fishing? The 9 Best Bass Fishing Rods of 2021 Best Overall: Phenix Maxim Casting Rod at sportsmans.com. Best Budget: KastKing Perigee II Fishing Rod at Amazon. Best for Crankbaits: St. Best for Topwater Lures: Ugly Stik Elite Spinning Rod at Amazon. Best for Spinnerbaits: Entsport Camo Legend…
What kind of fish is best for fish tacos? Whether snapper, mahi mahi, grouper, flounder, halibut or cod, wild, local fish are the tastiest choice for Baja-style tacos. Since these fillets tend to be expensive, keep the toppings simple (think raw shredded cabbage and guacamole) so the mild flavor of these fish can really shine…
Can the coronavirus disease be transmitted through water? Drinking water is not transmitting COVID-19. And, if you swim in a swimming pool or in a pond, you cannot get COVID-19 through water. But what can happen, if you go to a swimming pool, which is crowded and if you are close to other the people…
Uncooked fish is rich in nutrients and often appetizing to dogs, but it can also contain flukes, tapeworms, or roundworms. Apart from cleaning it, you should freeze raw fish for a few weeks before feeding it to your pooch, to eliminate any potential of nasty parasites hiding about. Can you give a dog a whole…
The dragonfish is a small predator with jagged, needle-like teeth protruding from a jaw that can extend to bite into prey up to half its body size. Do dragon fish bite humans? Barbeled dragonfishes inhabit depths between 1640 and about 5000 feet below the water’s surface, so they pose no threat to humans. Are Dragonfish…