Manifesto

manifesto

• Try not to be mean to fish! despite being one of the most common type of pet, most people don't inform theselves on the needs of their fish :(
• Goldfish especially are mistreated due to their popularity and massive needs; some species can grow over 11 inches large and are better fit for a pond than an itty bitty tank. They are pretty dirty, and need lots of water changes if kept in a tank. They're also happier in pairs than alone, which means an even larger swimming space but sadly most people keep them in bowls.
• My first "tank" was a small plastic rectangle with about a litre of water with four common goldfish my sister won at a carnival. I was young, and we as a society sympathise with mammals more than insects or fish, so I was not aware I was harming the fish. People, even adults, aren't aware they should do research about their pets, so I can't judge someone for their mistakes; but I can be grateful for their efforts to better the lives of their pets.