Most people will tell you that it takes about 15 minutes for fish to acclimate to an aquarium. While this is partially true, it takes at least an hour for a new fish to adjust entirely to a new environment. Float the bag in the aquarium until the water reaches the same temperature as that…
Adding a water conditioner to the fish tank before adding fish is easiest when you first buy the tank. Adding the conditioner removes the chlorine components that can harm your fish, providing an immediate safe home for your fish to acclimate happily. Can you add water conditioner with fish in the tank? Let a newly…
Georgia law requires anglers age 16 and older to have a current Georgia fishing license in their possession while fishing in fresh or salt water in Georgia. Does an 8 year old need a fishing license in Georgia? No. Children 16 years or younger do not need a fishing license in Georgia. How much is…
Is Deep Sea Fishing expensive? A half day (4 hours) of fishing with a good quality deep sea guide service costs around $800 for a 1 to 6 person group plus 15-20% for gratuities. The larger your group is, the more you can split the costs and save money. Of course rates seem to vary…
Fishing licenses go on sale February 18 each year and are valid through the last day of February of the following year. Can you fish without a license in Tennessee? Anyone (resident or non-resident) of any age can fish free without a license in Tennessee’s public waters, agency owned and operated lakes, and Tennessee State…
As we’ve just mentioned, betta fish can survive between 10-14 days without food. However, there are some major factors you should consider before leaving your betta fish unattended for such a long period of time. Do betta fish need to be fed every day? It is recommended to feed your betta fish two to four…
The hunting and fishing licenses go on sale February 18 each year, the beginning of prime fishing, and are valid until the last day of February the following year. When can you fish for free in Tennessee? Free Fishing Day is always the Saturday of the first full week in June. Anyone (resident or non-resident)…
Yes. Fish have important nutrients that can help your child’s growth and development. We recommend children eat 2 servings of fish per week from a variety of “Best Choices,” but the portion sizes should be smaller than adult portions and right for your child’s age and body weight. Can toddlers eat too much fish? Avoid…
Thawing fish in hot water is not recommended — this can cause the superficial meat to begin to cook while the inside is still frozen. 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? Signs…
How many GPH does my aquarium need? A good rule of thumb to follow is that a pump should have a flow rate of 5 GPH (gallons per hour) for every gallon of water in the aquarium. For example, if you have a 29-gallon aquarium you will need a pump with a flow rate of…
Is too much water flow bad for fish? Defining “too much” water flow is very subjective. It all depends on your particular aquarium, the type of fish, or the plants you have. But if the fish are always struggling to stay in one place, the flow would be too much. Strong flow in a planted…
MLF rolled back entry fees for 2020 and they remain the same for 2021. They’re just $200 per boater and $100 per co-angler for one-day qualifiers and $300 per boater and $150 per co-angler for two-day Super Tournaments. How much does it cost to enter a Bass Pro tournament? Qualifier Entry Fees: Adults 18 years…