Can you cook fish in a steamer? Put at least 1 inch of water in the bottom of a steamer, cover and bring to a boil. Lay the fish on the steamer’s rack, making sure the rack is elevated above the water, and cover again. Steam 4 to 8 minutes, or until the fish is…

Never refreeze raw meat (including poultry) or fish that has been defrosted. You can cook frozen meat and fish once defrosted, and then refreeze them. You can refreeze cooked meat and fish once, as long as they have been cooled before going into the freezer. Can you refreeze fish once defrosted? If you thawed your…

Does cellophane betta change color? Their color changes to orangish or yellowish fins and their fins’ edges can be dark-colored, such as black. True halfmoon bettas possess a tail that is 180 degrees round (D-shaped). These halfmoon bettas’ coloration can be a blend of many colors or of just a single color. Their pectoral fins…

If you can catch your fingernail in a scratch on aquarium glass, that’s a telltale sign that it’s not worth attempting to remove it on your own. You run the risk of damaging your glass tank past a certain point, making it unsafe for fishkeeping. How do you fix a scratched fish tank? Buy a…

Blue-green algae blooms that occur in freshwater lakes and ponds can be directly toxic to fish and wildlife. The blooms produce a toxin that can kill fish and even mammals if ingested in large amounts. Blue-green algae can also kill fish indirectly by causing oxygen levels to drop below the threshold for fish survival. Can…

Since 1993, Canada and the United States (U.S.) have recognized the legitimate nature of both countries’ labour certification process (confirmation) for fishing guides who want to operate in the other country, as the temporary entry provisions of North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) do not apply to fishing or Feb 13, 2017. How do I…

Male betta fish actually enjoy small spaces as long as they are at least one liter in size, making the jar a perfect choice. Can a betta fish live in a vase with a plant? What Plants Are Good For A Betta Fish Vase? Most plants should be fine for a Betta. However, many people…

Betta fish living in untreated distilled water lack many of the minerals they need to survive, and as a result, will lack energy, have a dull looking appearance and could die. Use tap water or bottled water instead. This kind of water for betta fish is not recommended. How long can a betta live in…

Cats can eat fish bones, but they shouldn’t. It doesn’t matter if the bones are cooked or uncooked. They can be a choking hazard, cause internal impaction in the digestive tract, and do damage internally. If the cat tries to regurgitate the bones, they may cause further damage to the throat. What happens if cat…

They can! In fact, some dogs are specially-trained to smell underwater to locate people, drugs, and other things underwater. Every year, dozens of search-dogs are trained to sniff out things that could be sitting at the bottom of a lake, stream, river, or other body of water. How far can a dog smell underwater? These…

Do fish suffer from loneliness? You might be surprised to learn that, no, they don’t. At least, not as far as we know. Based on everything we know about goldfish, it is very unlikely that goldfish feel loneliness. It’s normal to wonder whether your goldfish will get lonely if kept in a tank on their…

Are tadpoles good fish food? No, tadpoles should not be fed fish food at all. Fish and tadpoles, and fish and frogs, do not have the same dietary requirements. Frogs are carnivores and they do not eat plants, but they do eat insects, and large amounts of them. Can goldfish eat frog food? If you’re…