Most domestic cats don’t like getting wet, so it’s rare that you’ll see a cat wading into a pond to catch a fish, but there are always exceptions. Koi are generally too large for cats to scoop out of the water, but cats can inflict some nasty scratches to the fish that can become infected….

Raw fish and shellfish should be kept in the refrigerator (40 °F/4.4 °C or less) only 1 or 2 days before cooking or freezing. After cooking, store seafood in the refrigerator 3 to 4 days. Any frozen fish or shellfish will be safe indefinitely; however, the flavor and texture will lessen after lengthy storage. How…

This fish will generally reach a weight of around 400 pounds. However, there have been some much larger fish caught. One in Florida that was caught with a hook and line weighed 680 pounds. They can get larger, though. How big is a normal grouper? They can grow to well over 4 feet and easily…

Goldfish and their wild crucian carp relatives can survive for five months without breathing oxygen – and now we know how. The fish have evolved a set of enzymes that, when oxygen levels drop, ultimately helps convert carbohydrates into alcohol that can then be released through the gills. How long can goldfish survive without air…

There are strong mutual dependencies between the reef-building corals and reef-inhabiting fishes, with many fish species depending on corals for food and habitat, while corals depend on the grazing by certain fishes for reproductive success. Even the spread of coral diseases may be mitigated by fishes. How do fish affect coral reefs? 55% of the…

Is convection oven good for fish? Convection cooking is ideal for roasted and broiled meats, poultry and fish as well as baked goods. As a general rule, to adapt a recipe to use in a convection oven, heat the oven 25° lower than the recipe suggests and expect foods to cook in about 25% less…