A shocking and sad incident occurred at an aquarium, leaving visitors horrified. A large tuna was seen violently hitting its head against the aquarium glass, in an act that seemed like suicide.
The disturbing images were shared on Reddit, and the event triggered a debate about banning the use of flash in photography inside aquariums.
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During a visit to a crowded exhibition, spectators were seen using the flash of their cameras. Shortly after, the tuna swam abruptly towards the aquarium glass, colliding forcefully before sinking to the bottom of the tank. Visitors expressed shock and dismay, while sighs echoed through the venue.
A Reddit user argued that the use of flash in photography can agitate and make fish aggressive, suggesting that it should be banned in aquariums. “The fish can’t see the glass and think the water continues in that direction, as the flashes resemble reflective light bouncing off the water,” explained the Redditor who posted the video.
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Many agreed with this view. One comment suggested that “They [the fish] probably see it as a flash of a prey fish and try to reach it”. Another user added, “That’s why flash photography is banned in my local aquarium.”
The video, which was apparently filmed at the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium in Japan, reignited discussions about responsible practices and the welfare of animals in aquarium environments.
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