Fish Behavior

Swedish Fish have a distinct flavor that is often described as a “tangy, sweet and slightly sour taste”. Many people believe the flavor to be cherry, but it is actually lingonberry, according to the company that makes them. Lingonberry is a tart, cranberry-like fruit found in the boreal forests of the Nordic region. Swedish Fish … Read more

Albert Fish had six children, all of whom were sent to orphanages and foster homes. He was accused of killing at least one of his children, although this was never proven. He was also accused of sexually abusing several of his children, although this was never confirmed. Albert Fish was an American serial killer who … Read more

Sal Fisher, otherwise known as “Sally Face”, suffered a tragic accident as a child which resulted in the death of his mother and left his face severely scarred. He had to wear a prosthetic face to cover the scars caused by the accident. Sal Fisher, also known as Sally Face, is the protagonist of the … Read more

Swallowing a live fish can be dangerous and can lead to serious health complications. The fish can cause irritation of the esophagus as it attempts to swim back up, and it can wiggle around in the stomach, causing pain and potentially leading to perforation of the stomach lining. It is best to avoid swallowing live … Read more

When lightning strikes water, the electrical discharge mainly occurs near the surface, leaving most fish unharmed. Some fish may be temporarily stunned by the shockwave, but it’s unlikely to cause any long-term harm. Fish can sense the electrical field and may move to deeper water to find shelter before the strike occurs. Lightning strikes can … Read more

When a fish dies, its internal organs decompose, producing a gas that causes the fish to float back to the surface. As the fish decomposes, bacteria and other scavengers feed off the body, breaking it down until nothing is left. Eventually, the remains sink to the bottom and become part of the ocean floor. The … Read more

When you flush a fish, it will initially go into shock from the toilet’s cold water. If it makes it past this, it will not survive the potentially-harmful chemicals in the sewage system or water treatment plant. Unfortunately, flushed fish rarely have a chance of survival. We’ve all heard the urban legend that if you … Read more

A Fish Attractor is an artificial, man-made structure placed in water to attract fish. It provides cover for sportfish and forage species such as insects, crustaceans and minnows. Fish are attracted to the structure in search of food and protection from predators. Fish attractors are used in sport fishing and are beneficial to fish populations. … Read more

A fish whistle is a hand-crafted traditional native tool made of Buffalo horn and hide. It works by blowing into it to create a loud sound, with the strength of the breath controlling how loud it gets. It can be used as an emergency signal or to call attention. A Fish Whistle is a unique … Read more

A group of jellyfish is called a ‘smack’. A smack is made up of hundreds of jellyfish and can range in size from a few meters to hundreds of meters wide. Jellyfish smacks are typically found in warm, shallow waters near the shore or in deeper waters near the continental shelf. Have you ever wondered … Read more