Is it ethical to keep fish in a tank?

Most people accept that captive-bred fish are much more ethical than sourcing wild-caught fish. Collecting these excess fish gives local people a source of income, so long as their natural habitats are protected and not destroyed. There is, however, a darker side to wild-caught fish.

Do fish suffer in aquarium?

Few people realize just how much fish suffer before they reach pet stores or know how to care for them properly once they get them home. Marine experts estimate that half the affected fish die on the reef, and 40 percent of those who survive the initial poisoning die before they reach an aquarium.

Are fish happy?

Your fish are happy and healthy when they: Swim actively throughout the entire tank, not just hanging out or laying at the bottom, floating near the top or hiding behind plants and ornaments. Eat regularly and swim to the surface quickly at feeding time.

Why do people keep fish in tanks?

Keeping fish in an aquarium or pond in your home or garden is a great stress-reliever. Fish are known to have a calming effect on those watching them and just seeing them glide about the tank is a sure-fire way to lower your stress levels and create a more tranquil space in your home.

Do fish tanks affect air quality?

Aquarium or Fish Tank. In addition to that, sometimes when you feed your fish, the food is strewn about and gets into and onto parts of the fish tank allowing dust mites to grow and flourish. Then the buildup of mold, mildew and dust mites gets into your air introducing yet another toxic into your environment.

Why is aquarium bad?

Animals in an aquarium are confined in relatively small tanks and can get bored and frustrated. Capturing animals in the wild is stressful, injurious and sometimes fatal; breeding in captivity is also a problem because those animals will live their entire lives in a tiny tank instead of a vast ocean.

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