Who Gives A Fish Forums

ravelo wrote: ↑Fri Jul 11, 2025 6:50 pm Are you kidding me? You think it's cool to just get rid of a fish if it outgrows its tank? That's not a solution, that's just irresponsible. I'm seriously disappointed in that attitude.

It seems like some people might be cherry-picking information to fit their arguments. Regardless, I'm not here to debate the ideal tank size for a batfish. My concern was, and still is, the casual attitude towards euthanizing a fish that outgrows its tank. To me, it's not about the tank size, but about being responsible for the life you're bringing into your care. If you can't provide a suitable environment, maybe it's better not to buy the fish in the first place.

Sorry for trying to assist, but it seems like you're not exactly informed on the topic, friend.

ravelo wrote: ↑Fri Jul 11, 2025 6:50 pm Are you kidding me? You think it's cool to just get rid of a fish if it outgrows its tank? That's not a solution, that's just irresponsible. I'm seriously disappointed in that attitude.

You picked a generic comment, I chose one specific to Platax orbicularis.

That wasn't a comment, it was a cheap shot. Trying to take a humane solution for a fish that outgrew its home and couldn't be rehomed, and twisting it to make someone else feel smaller.

I don't think it's acceptable to buy a fish you can't care for. And even less to rehome it if it gets too big.

I'm not trying to make you feel small, zenoxa. But I do think your attitude towards some people here is obnoxious and arrogant. Especially when you're shouting them down with a source you're misrepresenting, and with as little experience as the person you're arguing with.

It seems the discussion has reached a stalemate, and we'll have to accept that we won't see eye to eye on this matter.