Why does a profile disappear on POF? You post inappropriate photos. PlentyOfFish has access to advanced software as well as an active user base who help flag these inappropriate photos. When we find them (and we will, even if they are hidden), your profile will be deleted. How do you know if someone has hidden…

Don’t leave seafood in a marinade too long They tend to be smaller, thinner fish. As you can see from the chart, flaky fish should not be marinated as long as firm fish because they will cook faster in the marinade. The best method for marinating seafood is to put it in a zip lock…

Fermentation is a method which attacks the ability of microbials to spoil fish. It does this by making the fish muscle more acidic; bacteria usually cease multiplying when the pH drops below 4.5. How does fermentation make food last longer? How does fermentation preserve food? The main reasons fermentation increases product shelf-life is that it…

Muskellunge can reach speeds of 30 miles per hour and live for as long as 30 years. The heaviest published weight for muskellunge is 31.8 kg (70 lbs.) SIZE: Muskellunge commonly obtain lengths of around 95 cm (37.4 inches). The maximum recorded length for muskellunge is 183cm (72 inches). What’s the largest muskie ever caught?…

A healthy, grown-up aquarium fish can go from 3 days to 1 whole week, without eating any food. Some fish species can even live for more than 2 weeks without eating. Whether in nature or in an aquarium – an adult fish has sufficient body mass and fat reserves to skip a couple of meals…

Never leave seafood or other perishable food out of the refrigerator for more than 2 hours or for more than 1 hour when temperatures are above 90°F. Bacteria that can cause illness grow quickly at warm temperatures (between 40°F and 140°F). How long can fish stay at room temperature? If food is allowed to remain…

In general, raw fish should be kept in the fridge 1 or 2 days maximum. If you are not going to eat the fish immediately, you can freeze it. It is best to freeze fish immediately to preserve freshness. How long before raw fish goes bad? According to Stephanie Harris-Uyidi, chef and cookbook author, fish…

How long can a fish survive with velvet? 1 Typically these cells can survive seven to eight days without a host, but in lower tank temperatures at around 75-80 degrees, some strains may last up to 30+ days. How long does it take to treat velvet disease? It should be used according to the recommended…

Many experienced fishkeepers routinely leave their charges for two to three days without making any provisions for feeding. Almost any fish can go that long without fish food (more about that later, as well). However, if you’re going away for longer, some preparation may be needed. How often should you feed neon fish? Feed the…

When frozen in an at-home refrigerator, a fatty fish like tuna or salmon will last two to three months. A leaner fish like cod will last up to six months. When vacuum-sealed and properly stored in the freezer, fish can last for as long as two years. Does fish in the freezer go bad? First,…

Any frozen fish or shellfish will be safe indefinitely; however, the flavor and texture will lessen after lengthy storage. For best quality, freeze (0 °F / -17.8 °C or less) cooked fish for up to 3 months. Frozen raw fish is best used within 3 to 8 months; shellfish, 3 to 12 months. How long…

How long should you hold a fish out of the water? A fish has no lungs – the moment it comes out of the water it stops ‘breathing”. You should allow only at the most 5 seconds when holding a fish out of the water. How long can you hold fish? Raw fish and shellfish…