As far as vacation feeding is concerned, it’s generally safe to assume that most healthy (note the emphasis) fish will be fine for a few days to a week or so without eating depending on the species. Beyond that, you’ll definitely want to make some accommodation to have the fish fed—even if just every two…

Well-packaged fish can survive 2-3 days in a bag without any problems. The water may be cold and a bit filthy, but the metabolism of the fish has slowed down because conditions in the bag have worsened gradually and they have adapted. How long can a fish stay in a bag from the pet store?…

When it is completely thawed, keep the fish in a refrigerator for no more than two days before eating it. How can you tell if thawed fish is bad? Some common traits of bad fish are a slimy, milky flesh (a thick, slippery coating) and a fishy smell. This is hard because fish is smelly…

Understandably, cowfish in captivity can’t live as long or grow as big as cowfish in the wild. But the average longhorn cowfish lifespan still isn’t bad even when it’s held in captivity. Generally, pet cowfish can live anywhere from 2-8 years and can grow up to 16-20 inches in size. Are cowfish hard to keep?…

If you plan to reheat fish fingers within 4 days, store them in the refrigerator. Place fish fingers into an airtight container or a storage bag. Label and date. Seal well and place in the fridge for up to 4 days. How long are cooked fish sticks good in the fridge? Cooked fish and other…

The average firemouth cichlid lifespan is around 10 years when given proper care. There have been reported instances where this species has managed to live up to 15 years in captivity, but those are outliers (some care guides have been reporting that as the norm). Can I keep a single firemouth? A single Firemouth can…

FISH STICKS, BREADED — PURCHASED COMMERCIALLY FROZEN Properly stored, frozen breaded fish sticks will maintain best quality for about 18 months in the freezer, although they will usually remain safe to eat after that. Can you eat 2 year old frozen fish? Any frozen fish or shellfish will be safe indefinitely; however, the flavor and…

LED lights last for up to 50,000 hours (almost six years) as compared with two to four months for incandescent bulbs, six to 18 months for standard fluorescent bulbs and metal halide bulbs, and up to 28 months for compact fluorescent bulbs.LED lights last for up to 50,000 hours (almost six years) as compared with…

Blue tang/Lifespan. How big do royal blue tangs get? Size– Blue tangs can grow to an impressive size of 12 inches, though captive specimens rarely reach that length. Their large size and constant foraging behavior requires a tank size of 100 gallons or more. How long does it take for a blue tang to reach…

How do you grill fish in the oven? Preheat oven to 450 F (230 C), grill function. Place the fish over the rack of the oven and place the rack on a baking tray lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil, so all the grease can drip there. Sprinkle a little butter or vegetable oil…

Salt cod must be soaked overnight before cooking to remove the salt. Place it in a bowl with cold water to cover and soak for 24 hours, changing the water three or four times. If you’re in a hurry, try the quick-soak method. How long can salted cod sit in water? Prepare it Salt cod…

Typically, the average Black Skirt Tetra lifespan is between 3 and 5 years in captivity. There have been some reported instances where these fish have outlived this average range, but it’s not common. How long do tetra fish live in a tank? In the wild, the Neon Tetra lifespan is around 10 years. Whereas, when…