In a pond, goldfish can live anywhere from 5 to 25 years. For fancy goldfish, their pond lifespan is usually 5 to 10 years. Common goldfish can live in a pond for 10 to 25 years. It depends on the type of goldfish, the quality of the pond, and their care. Why do pond fish…

How long does it take to cook fish at 350? How long to bake: Weigh a pan-dressed fish before cooking, then bake, uncovered, in a preheated 350°F oven 6 to 9 minutes per 8 ounces of fish. How much time does cod take to cook? Cod cooks really quick in a 400 degree oven. If…

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 of Spoilage Whitish or grayish-brown dry, flakes or patches, called freezer burn, at the edges of the fish or over the surface, indications that they…

How long does it take to grill fish? Per inch of fish, the general rule is to allow 8-10 minutes of grill time. So, if your fish is two inches in thickness, grill each side for about six to eight minutes. But its always a good idea to check the instructions on your recipe. Should…

How long should I keep my aquarium lights on? To provide animals and plants the lighting they need, 10 to 12 hours a day is sufficient. Installing a timer or purchasing a unit with integrated timing can make lighting easier––just set it and forget it. Keep in mind algae loves light as well. Can I…

How long does it take to broil a fish? Heat broiler. Sprinkle both sides of fish with oil, salt and pepper. Place on a foil-lined baking sheet and broil 5–6″ from heat, just until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, about 5 minutes per half inch of thickness. How much time does…

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…