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A fish fryer is a handy kitchen tool that deep-fries your favorite seafood to a golden brown and crunchy entree. When you deep-fry food, it tends to make a mess -- as grease splatters onto the fryer and the surrounding surfaces. All the splattered oil can make it tricky to clean this appliance. But with a little elbow grease and the right supplies, you can get it sparkling clean and ready for your next fish fry.
If you are looking for a way to add diversity to your aquarium, consider adding a frog or a crab. African dwarf frogs are the most widely-available freshwater frogs and, because they are entirely aquatic, they adapt well to life in an established aquarium. Aquarium crabs come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but they are a little more difficult to keep in established aquariums because most species require access to land. The two most common species of freshwater aquarium crab are fiddler crabs and red-clawed crabs, and both are fairly easy to find in the aquarium trade.
Giving a seminar to an audience of children can be more daunting than talking to a roomful of adults. Children have shorter attention spans, and you have to work much harder to maintain their interest. When talking to kids about fishing, most will be attending the seminar because they are interested in learning how to catch more fish, so it will be less of an uphill battle to keep them engaged. But it is still important to follow a few ideas to keep them excited about the topic.
Anyone who keeps fish is eventually faced with the task of removing a fish from the tank. Catching a fish in a large aquarium can be frustrating, and prolonged chases can lead to stress for the fish as well as their keeper. These simple techniques make catching the fish easier, and you'll be less likely to harm the fish and destroy the plants in the aquarium.
Fish are not the most intelligent of creatures, and you can construct many simple traps to catch large amounts of fish. One such trap is a basket trap. The idea of a basket trap is to catch fish as they swim into an enclosed space. This is a common trap design and quite effective if built properly.
Crab's sweet and savory flavor makes it a versatile ingredient in many dishes, aside from its prominence as a popular seafood entree. In the United States, Maryland crab cakes are an especially renowned recipe, but crab can be used in many other dishes as well. One popular appetizer or canape consists of crab meat bound up with breadcrumbs with other savory ingredients, such as spinach, herbs or sharp cheese.
The Dungeness crab is named after the town of Dungeness in Washington, where they were first commercially harvested. The Dungeness crab is now among the most commonly consumed fish on the West coast. This crab resides in salt water, requiring deep waters to thrive. To mimic these conditions for raising crabs you will need a large tank from an aquatic or specialty restaurant dealer.
Catfish are not picky eaters, but you can find even more ways to draw them closer to your lure. The fish are attracted to strong smells and can come out of their hiding places to seek out bait such as dog food. These fish dwell in shallow water, usually in ponds at about 4 to 6 feet deep.
Redear sunfish are in the family of freshwater pan fish that includes Crappie, Bream and Bluegill. Their bodies are circular, thin and about as tall as they are long. Redear derive their name from distinctive reddish patches behind each gill. The sunfish provide a scrappy fight and a tasty meal. Knowing where to find them, the type of tackle to use and how to present a bait are key to a nice catch.
An aquarium seems a simple enough thing if you've never owned one. You buy a glass tank, fill it with water and gravel, plug in the air pump, and stock it with fish. In real life, of course, it's much more complex. Each aquarium is a tiny, self-contained ecosystem, and each fish and plant has needs that must be balanced. One common factor in most tanks is algae, which must be cleaned out regularly. Some fish species, including several catfish, will help reduce algae populations.
The "Pet Society" game on Facebook allows users to customize a pet, from its color and shape to its name and clothing. In the game, you can complete activities with your pet and interact with others. One of the activities your pet can do is go fishing. When you fish, you have the potential of catching a glowing fish. However, you can't catch a glowing fish with just any bait. You need to purchase a special bait to catch these special fish.
Catfish are a popular sport fish for anglers across much of the United States. Blue, channel and flathead catfish are all important species, and they are considered an excellent fish for culinary purposes when taken from clean, unpolluted water. In any given area, veteran anglers have their own jealously guarded "hot spots," but bridge pilings can be a consistently good place to find catfish.
Drawing a shark that is about to eat a fish is a great way to experiment with things like size and perspective in your art. Draw a shark about to eat a fish with help from an artist in this free video clip.
Ice fishing is a cold-weather sport that uses spears or short rods and lines to catch fish through a hole in the ice. This usually takes place on frozen lakes or slow frozen rivers. A variety of fish can be caught depending on the area. Most areas have restrictions on the use of spears, so line fishing is the most practical method when ice fishing.
“Hungry Shark” is a app game created by Future Games of London for smart phones like the iPhone and Android-based phones, as well as other app-based devices. Using tilt-controls, gamers play a shark they navigate through the ocean while attempting to eat everything in sight. Near the end of the game, you will face a giant crab that attempts to pinch you between its claws. You must exploit the crab’s weak points to defeat it and continue in the game.
The freezer is a place to keep your foods stored for extended times by freezing them and stopping the growth of bacteria. Aside from the food itself and maybe some ice in the bin, there shouldn’t be anything else in the freezer that it frozen solid. But sometimes freezers end up with a thick layer of ice on the bottom of the compartment. If you have noticed ice building up on the bottom of your freezer, you may have wondered why it is happening. There is usually a simple explanation for it.
Once winter temperatures dip below 32 degrees F, water begins to freeze. Water and snow in your gutters that turns to ice is extremely dangerous. An ice dam can form, which could potentially cause melting snow to run under the roof and into your house. The gutter itself may also begin to pull away from the roof. De-icing the gutter will prevent any damage from occurring.
Ice buildup on the eaves of your roof can cause water to back up and leak down through the shingles, possibly leading to water damage inside your home. Ice can also break and cause damage to people and property below. It's dangerous to climb up on the roof and push ice from the eaves, plus the force could damage shingles. Instead, use what is known as an ice melt sleeve to cut through the buildup. A commercial ice melt sleeve or sock is a 3- to 6-foot-long tube of porous fabric, such as nylon, that concentrates the ice melt on…
Crab is a perennial favorite of seafood cuisine, in no small part for its delicious flesh. Nevertheless, crab poses a challenge in its preparation. Its hard shell and limbs hide its meat, and some effort is needed to access it. Frozen crab, unlike live crustaceans, can be prepared in many ways for the cooking process. For a succulent culinary touch, you may consider saving large pieces of crab shell on which to serve the meat.
Crabapples are beautiful ornamental trees that add interest to the landscape year-round. Their delicate flowers brighten up a yard in early spring, followed by attractive foliage that ranges from maroon to green. Fall and winter bring fruit that is beneficial to wildlife. However, crabapples may also experience fungal diseases that require application of a fungicide. Many commercial fungicides exist, including Daconil, Funginex and Mancozeb. Read the labels or consult your local extension office to determine which one will be most effective for your situation. Homeowners can minimize fungicide applications by choosing resistant crabapple varieties such as Christmas Holly, Robinson or…
There are four different species of horseshoe crabs in the world today which can be found living in the shallow waters of estuaries and other coastal waters. The horseshoe crab is more closely related to a spider than a crab, mostly because of its multiple legs and five claws found underneath the hard shell that resembles a horseshoe. Different ongoing projects are being conducted to help students and organizations understand the nature, anatomy and characteristics of the horseshoe crab.
Jetties are usually made of rocks and are built to protect the entrances to harbors and boat channels, to redirect currents and to slow down beach erosion. Because jetties can redirect waves they can either create or ruin a surfing break. And, because the rocks attract vegetation and marine life at the bottom of the food chain they can be ideal places to fish. Most states require a license to stand on a jetty and fish. Florida for example, requires a “shoreline license” because that state considers jetty fishing to be a kind of surf casting. California, which does not…
If you only have one or two aquariums in your home, you probably have plenty of space to display them. But, if you plan to breed your fish, building a dedicated fish room in your home or garage can be a smart move. A fish room also comes in handy when you need to quarantine new fish before adding them to your existing aquarium, or when you need to set up a hospital tank to treat common aquarium illnesses.
Fishermen target catfish throughout the year, though the cold-water season can be one of the most challenging times to catch them. That is because catfish, like most other fish species, are relatively sluggish when the water is cold. They do not move around as much as they do when the water is warmer, which means they do not need to eat as much. But fishermen who use a slow presentation that stays in front of the fish still can catch them when the water is cold.
Fish, whether from lakes, rivers, or the ocean, was a part of the diet of all Native American tribes; for some, such as those in the Pacific Northwest, its abundance meant it was among the main foods consumed. The Native Americans developed a number of fishing techniques, from basic spear fishing to the sophisticated use of weirs, in order to catch fish during all seasons, even with ice fishing.
Fishing with trotlines is an effective way to catch multiple fish at one time. The lines are rigged with 25 or more hooks, so fishermen can conceivably catch one fish per hook. Typically baited with such baits as dead or live minnows or night crawlers, trotlines are synonymous with catfish, although they will catch nearly any fish.
"Flick Fishing" is an interactive game for the iPhone and iPad. Available as a high-definition download, the app uses the iPhone's touch-screen in an innovative way. You bait your hook, cast the line and reel in your fish using your iPhone or iPad's touch and motion controls. Each level has a number of different fish available, and the fish vary in weight. To catch larger fish, including a legendary-level swordfish, you must employ proper bait and a lot of patience.
Also known as Mithrax and green clinging crab, the emerald crab is a saltwater species native to the Caribbean. In comparison to other crab species, the emerald is small, reaching up to 2 inches of body length when adult. Raising and caring for an emerald crab is often considered an easy task, but requires some specific conditions.
Many associations across the United States host fishing tournaments throughout the year, where fishermen of all ages and skill levels are welcome to compete in various categories. There are also tournaments that cater strictly to professionals. Although these contests generally charge an entrance fee to participate, some fishermen are sponsored to fish in these tournaments. However, in order to obtain sponsorship, the fisherman must prove that the sponsors can get return on investment. There are various ways to pursue sponsorship for a fishing tournament.
The Apostle Peter was among the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ. This inner circle of 12 men worked in close association with Jesus during his ministry. The Holman Bible Dictionary refers to him as "the devoted, but fallible follower of Christ." His given name was Simon. Christ gave him the name "Peter," which is the translation of a Greek word meaning "rock." The activities of Peter's life and ministry demonstrate the grace of God and the potential of a life devoted to Christ.
"The Sims 2: Castaway" takes your Sim out of the city life to which she has become accustomed and dumps her unceremoniously on a desert island. It is your job, as in all the other Sim games, to help your Sim survive and thrive in her environment, while at the same time helping her accomplish the various goals she sets for herself. One of the goals your Sim will eventually come up with is the desire to flirt with death by catching a tiger shark. This can only be accomplished later in the game when you have unlocked the third…
Fishing is one of the few sports and hobbies people of all ages can do. There is little effort involved, it is not complicated and it can provide hours of entertainment as fishers wait to nab anything swimming in the water. For those who have not fished, getting started is easy. It is inexpensive, the equipment is easily available at most stores and most lakes have an abundance of sunfish and crappie waiting to be caught. Reeling in the big fish will take some time--but in fishing, any catch is a victory.
"Scooby-Doo!: First Frights" for the Playstation 2, Nintendo DS and Nintendo Wii allows players to take control of the gang from Mystery Inc. during their first cases as a group. The game is broken up into chapters that feature self-contained story arcs that comprise part of the overall story of the game. Each chapter contains several levels, including a "chase" level where the characters must escape from a monster and a boss battle. The boss for the third chapter is a giant robotic lobster, although at first it appears to be a crab. Players must battle the lobster using Shaggy…
Rainbow trout fisherman who also happen to be landowners can sometimes stack the deck in their favor by stocking the fish in their own pond. A 1-acre pond that has a depth of at least 8 feet can support upward of 300 rainbow trout. The fish will grow to as much as 8 pounds and up to 30 inches in length and can provide you, as a trout fisherman, hours of fishing enjoyment and several meals for your family. Using the right rod and reel combination and bait are the keys to successfully fishing for rainbow trout in a freshly…
Training your Fishing level in the online role-playing game "RuneScape" is essential to your character's survival. With each fish you catch, you improve your Fishing level and unlock higher-level fish, such as swordfish, salmon, tuna and others. Because eating fish heals your character, having it and other high-healing foods in your inventory is imperative to defeating high-level monsters. To obtain a high Fishing level and unlock high-level fish, you must catch several species of fish using a wide variety of fishing techniques.
If you’re going fishing for saltwater trout, you should know what bait is best to catch these fish. These spotted seatrout are also known as speckled trout and spotted weakfish. They generally weigh about 2 to 3 lb.s, with an average length of about 19 inches, for the males, to 25 inches, for the females. They have distinctive round spots on their bodies.
Pompano is a saltwater fish found in the warm waters of the Atlantic and that are especially plentiful off the coast of Florida. They are related to mackerels and have oval bodies that are ideal for making into fillets. They typically grow to between 15 to 20 inches in length and around 3 to 4 lbs. Fishing for pompano can be done from the beach, boat or piers as they are usually found in shallow water and around structures. You can catch pompano with light tackle along the bottom of the sea floor using live crustaceans.
Winter is the time for cooler temperatures, snow and ice. Although icicles are hallmarks of winter, they are also the first warning sign of an ice dam building up on the roof. Ice dams are large walls or sheets of ice that build up in gutters, soffits and rooftop edges. If left untreated, this buildup can cause extensive damage to the home and pose a safety risk to anyone walking beneath it.
The word "shellfish" is a broad term that can refer to lobster, crab, shrimp, oysters and several other species. While a few species reside only in freshwater, most shellfish are found in saltwater, and therefore coastal areas are the main source for catching live shellfish.
Ice and snow are common on roofs in areas that have cold winter weather. Although snow-covered roofs with icicles hanging along edges can be considered quite picturesque, ice and snow loads can also pose a threat to roof integrity. Under certain conditions, ice jams, more commonly known as ice dams, can form in or above gutters. If the ice dam is not addressed, it can lead to water collecting on the roof and leaking into the house.
To some fishermen, especially those who target walleyes, yellow perch can be a nuisance. Smaller than walleyes, many anglers consider them little more than bait-stealing fish. Still, many fishermen target yellow perch on purpose, primarily because the fish swim in large schools and can be caught throughout the year. Additionally, perch larger than about 8 inches are prime table fare.
Whether ocean fishermen troll from boats and target reef-living fish, or whether they fish from a pier or the shoreline, using live bait is one of the most productive ways to catch fish. There are a variety of rigs that anglers can use to present their bait. Some rigs keep their bait on or near the bottom, while others suspend it at various points in the water column.
Smelt typically swim in the mid-water column and are normally found less than a mile from shore. These seawater fish swim in schools and prefer shallow water less than 19 feet deep. The movement patterns of smelt, however, are linked to changes in water temperature, and this fish moves to deeper water during summer. Smelt are highly prized for their sweet-tasting flesh and Texas fishermen use various techniques to catch this fish.
Dehumidifiers are a good way to reduce indoor humidity in rooms that would otherwise be damp and prone to mold growth. Homeowners occasionally find that their dehumidifier begins to ice up after running for a prolonged period of time in a cooler room, such as a basement or crawlspace. Understanding why this happens and remedying the situation requires an understanding of how dehumidifiers work.
"Radical Fishing" is an online, browser-based fishing game on the Kongregate website. In the game you fish like a madman, with a pole and a gun. When you pull fish out of the water, you shoot them to earn kills and money. You have to catch more fish to discover different types of fish. New fish are worth more money. The price of the fish also increases the deeper in the water you get. The more money you earn, the longer fishing line you can buy so you can go deeper and even catch the million dollar fish.
The auger in a Kenmore brand ice maker moves ice cubes forward through the storage bucket and down the dispenser chute. Under normal circumstances the auger moves when the dispenser paddle is held down by a glass; cubes then drop from the dispenser into the waiting drink. There are several situations that can prevent the auger from moving; identifying and resolving them may not involve tools or a technician.
Relationships between insects and plants are common in nature. Oddly, relationships between plants and spiders exist as well. Flower spiders are types of crab spiders that use camouflage to blend in with flowers and hunt prey. The goldenrod crab spider can turn white or yellow, making the white or yellow blossoms of jasmine its perfect hideout.
There are nearly as many ways to catch fish as there are varieties of fish. There is bait fishing, spinner fishing, jig fishing, trolling, and fly fishing, to name a few. Where you catch them is just as diverse, such as from a boat (which can be done through anchor fishing and drift fishing, as well as trolling), a pier and the surf. The steps to catching are a fish are easy; convincing the fish of that is where the trick lies.
Many people have everyday objects in their homes which are useful for a homemade fishing pole. Those who do not have the time or money to buy a commercial fishing pole are still able to go fishing and enjoy the pastime. Homemade fishing poles are created to catch smaller fish, such as sunnies, walleyes and smaller trout or bass. Bigger fish, such as sea fish types, need commercial poles for successful capture.
When you train the Summoning skill in the online role-playing game "RuneScape," you infuse the spirit of creatures into Summoning pouches. Upon Summoning a pouch, you unleash a familiar, which can assist you with a wide variety of skills. Summoning familiars can perform tasks, enhance your skills and attack an enemy while you are in combat. A Granite Crab is a Summoning familiar that fights, enhances your Fishing level and forages while you fish. To use a Granite Crab, you must have Level 16 Summoning.
