Fish can detect small changes in temperature – some as small as 0.03C. Some fish succumb to whitespot and other stress-related diseases, while others tolerate change fairly well, as long as it’s gradual. Are fish sensitive to temperature changes? Fish, in the wild and in our aquariums, are very sensitive to changes in temperature and…

A full meal can easily cost about $200 US Dollars (USD) or more, while a dish of fugu sushi or sashimi might cost about $20-60 USD. Cost may be even higher in the US since the fish is prepared in Japan and then sent by air to the US. Some people who have tried pufferfish…

Feed 2-3 times daily. It is important to avoid overfeeding goldfish as this can cause indigestion and/or contaminate the tank. In terms of the amount to feed, a good rule of thumb is to only feed an amount that the goldfish can consume in under two minutes or only feed as much as the size…

Baby bettas, from fry to 4-6 months of age, should be fed food intended for baby fish, not necessarily bettas. Baby fry should be fed 3-5 times per day, very small meals. Depending on the amount of fry in the system, you may need to feed just a few sprinkles or a few heaps. How…

Roe/Vitamin A Amount. What vitamins are in fish eggs? Vitamin B12 is another nutrient present in fish roe for mental health and brain function and helps metabolize food for energy. Selenium, magnesium, iron and some calcium add to the impressive lineup of nutrients already in fish roe. However, fish eggs are also high in cholesterol….

The recommended starting dose is 0.1mL per 25 gallons of net water volume per day for days 1-3, followed by 0.2mL per 25 gallons days 4-7, and then the addition of 0.5mL per week (regardless of aquarium volume), until nitrates become undetectable. Can you put vodka in a fish tank? Vodka is a very pure…

Are saltwater fish tanks a lot of work? It’s no secret that a marine aquarium is more work than a freshwater aquarium. Marine fish require stricter water quality parameters especially regarding pH, temperature and salinity. In order to keep these in the correct range, you will need to have a regular maintenance regimen. How much…

When a mother eats fish, the mercury in the fish can be passed into her breast milk. However, the benefits of breastfeeding may be greater than the possible adverse effects of exposure to mercury through breast milk. Eat a variety of fish. If you eat fish caught by family or friends, check for fish advisories…

If your fishing line unravels and you don’t notice it, your fishing line will often tangle underneath the reel to the point where you might need to disassemble the reel to free your line. More than likely, loose line unraveling on your reel will force you to once again add fishing line to your spinning…

When vacuum-sealed and properly stored in the freezer, fish can last for as long as two years. If frozen fish is properly thawed, there should be little to no difference in texture when compared to fresh fish. Does fish go bad in the freezer? First, it is important to know that frozen fish doesn’t “go…

Lay the fish in the hot pan: Lay the fish, seasoned-side down, in the pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes: Cook the fish for 2 to 3 minutes without moving it. When ready to flip, the underside should look golden and crispy. It should also release fairly easily from the pan using a fish…