How would you explain why fish can make great pets to someone who thinks fish are stupid?

and etc. I have a betta that is great, I think. Was just wondering how you would explain why fish can make great pets to someone who think fish are stupid and boring... etc.How would you explain why fish can make great pets to someone who thinks fish are stupid?many people seriously underestimate the intelligence of fish, degrading them and saying they don't have personalities. sadly, there's not a lot to fix this unless you went and bought them their own fish for them to observe and care for, for a month or two. because so many fish are abused nowadays kept in poor conditions they look dumb and lifeless, but if kept in proper conditions they'd be thriving and a real pleasure to watch.



for us fish enthusiasts however, people reckon us bonkers, out of our minds, when we say that fish have personalities + don't actually have a 3 second memory span. not a lot to fix this again - people are too ignorant.



however, yes good arguments to use as to why they are better + more popular than a few pets are because they are really aesthetically pleasing, relatively low maintenance (when you become enthusiastic tho, this isn't so low maintenance on your wallet.... that's about the only downside to fish keeping) + are actually quite easy to replace incase one dies. most don't tend to get very attached to fish, like we do to dogs or cats or horses or something, and this is probably because we can't generally feel or play (physically) with our fish, so when one dies it's easier to move past. this is another reason why people degrade fish - cuz they can't have physical contact.



another reason why fish make great pets is because they don't form a "leader" of the pack + favour that person like, say, a dog would. fish depend on you for survival, and i love the idea that a little living creature needs me to stay alive, even if it is only feeding them + changing their water.How would you explain why fish can make great pets to someone who thinks fish are stupid?
They can show different personalities just like any other pets, and have about the same brain capacity- look up some of Culum Brown's research on fish cognitive abilities to prove it. They can be easy to care for and not only are they wonderful pets, but they are very aesthetically pleasing. They don't poop on your floor, and you don't have to walk them, or worry about they ripping up your couch.



Hope I helped!How would you explain why fish can make great pets to someone who thinks fish are stupid?well you dont have to take them for a walk.

there are hundreds, thousands, millions to choose from

they are peaceful to look atHow would you explain why fish can make great pets to someone who thinks fish are stupid?
They are cool to watch, relaxing and a fun hobby.How would you explain why fish can make great pets to someone who thinks fish are stupid?Teach it tricks. Then show people who think they are stupid.How would you explain why fish can make great pets to someone who thinks fish are stupid?
i don't know i just realized that wow that's so weirdHow would you explain why fish can make great pets to someone who thinks fish are stupid?
fish are stupid and boring---get a real pet