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Why is good to have a goldfish such a pet?
Although high-maintenance, if goldfish are provided with proper care, they make excellent pets. Goldfish were the first domesticated species in the 11th century in China. Yellow goldfish were reserved specifically for royalty. While nowadays goldfish aren't quite the status symbol, there are dozens of varieties of goldfish that are beautiful and often portrayed in artwork. Goldfish owners report that their goldfish are engaging and may even interact with them. Several owners have documented their fish seeking out human contact, including petting. Goldfish will often approach humans and it has been shown that they can recognize specific people over a period of time. Owners have also taught their goldfish tricks. They are one of the most engaging and human-oriented variety of fish currently available to aquarists.
Do cats recognize their owners after being separated?
Yes, cats can recognize their owners even after being separated for a period of time. They may show signs of familiarity and attachment when reunited with their owners.
How would a goldfish do on a math test?
Ha, ha, ha! Funny question. I bet that the goldfish will get zero. First, goldfish don't have hands. How can they write or type or show an answer? Second, goldfish have a three second memory. Don't expect them to recognize you as their owner, because they'll forget.
What is the percentage of goldfish owners to cat owners?
As of data from 2004, 34% of U.S. Households had a cat, 13% had fresh water fish. That includes all tropical fish too so for goldfish it's less than 13%, so the cats have it!
Does goldfish lives in yamuna river?
No. naturally, there are no goldfish living in the Yamuna river. there might be one or two, which have been put there by their irate owners, who had enough of trying to teach them tricks.
Who are goldfish's predators?
Besides negligent owners, goldfish (especially those who live in outdoor ponds) may fall victim to cats or birds ( IE heroin, seagulls, pelicans).
Do lizards recognize their owners and form bonds with them?
Yes, some lizards can recognize their owners and form bonds with them, especially if they are consistently handled and cared for by the same person. This bond may not be as strong as with other pets like dogs or cats, but lizards can show signs of familiarity and comfort with their owners.
Why do goldfish bang on tank?
They could be seeing themselves in the reflection of the glass of your tank, but since goldfish do not have the capacity to recognize themselves in a reflection they think it is another goldfish and attempt to swim towards it. It has nothing to do with having a short memory span as the previous answer said, because goldfish actually have a long-term memory span of about three months.
When do goldfish die?
Usually when they are about 2-3 years old. Goldfish can also die if you don't feed them enough, or too much. When goldfish are not kept in a clean habitat, they can get sick and die. Make sure to clean your goldfish tank at least once a week. Remember, goldfish mainly die from aging
How can you recognize female goldfish?
Goldfish can only be sexed during breeding season (springtime). At this time the males develop white spots on their gillplates and pectoral fins. The females simply get chubbier around the abdomen prior to spawning.
How long is a golfish's memory?
Contrary to the myth that goldfish have a 3-second memory, research suggests that goldfish can actually remember things for months. They have a memory span of about three to five months and can be trained to recognize different signals and cues.
Can goldfish see you?
Yes, a goldfish can see you; in color for that matter. Goldfish have eyes on the sides of their heads which gives them a blind spot right in front of them. They can see fairly decent close up but not as clear at greater distances. They can also sense your movements with their 'sixth sense' located in their lateral line. It helps them recognize where predators are approaching from.
