I just read that California is not going to allow the sale of the new Glofish, a genetically altered zebra that glows. Just wondering what everyone thinks of bio-engineering a fish like that. I know I want a couple.
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We went though on two different forums last week. I believe everyone has voiced their opinion on this.:shake:
Just because it's been talked about doesn't mean the issue is suddenly dead. I thought forums were about sharing ideas, and not getting overly concerned about repetition. If you are bored with a topic then don't read it.
I personally love mutant fish, so I will be stocking up as soon as I find some at the Local Mutant Fish Store.
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hmm....I dont mind a fish that is mutated, after all most fish out there are these days. What I do mind is fish that are so mutant (handicaped) they cant move around or function properly. I refuse to buy those fish. :shake:
I will be interested in learning what the other states decide about GloFish. If California is the only state with a ban, I do not think this will keep them out of the hands of Californians.
I would personally not buy a GloFish because I am not a huge fan of pink or of Danios (too hyper). However, if scientists could make freshwater fish that share the pure, vibrant blues and yellows of their saltwater counterparts, I would be more interested.
I would personally not buy a GloFish because I am not a huge fan of pink or of Danios (too hyper). However, if scientists could make freshwater fish that share the pure, vibrant blues and yellows of their saltwater counterparts, I would be more interested.
I live in California, and have been eagerly awaiting the sale of these fish.
Unfortunately, the state fish and game director decided not to allow them based on "ethical" grounds.
I think that ethical decision should be made by me, so I will be driving to Nevada in January and bringing some back. I'll breed them and share. 
Unfortunately, the state fish and game director decided not to allow them based on "ethical" grounds.
I think that ethical decision should be made by me, so I will be driving to Nevada in January and bringing some back. I'll breed them and share. 
I usually don't participate in the discussions on this fish, and I don't really want any. I wouldn't mind keeping real jellyfish, though! Maybe someday... But my take on genetically engineered flora and fauna is that we haven't been very responsible with this science. It could be very useful, if we were less wreckless about testing it. We have companies geared towards making a profit to thank for that.
Genetically engineered aquarium fish do make me wonder how long before this technology shows up in other pets... cats with dog genes and bunny/hamster combos. I imagine there will be more of a public outcry on these, as fish seem to be "pets that don't matter" in many people's eyes. Perhaps it is because they are inexpensive, fragile, silent, and non-cuddly, but humans seem to bond more with land-dwellers and have more opinions on how to properly care for them. Early bans on these fish will probably partially reflect politicians preparing for other animal introductions, which they would receive more public scrutiny over.
Genetically engineered aquarium fish do make me wonder how long before this technology shows up in other pets... cats with dog genes and bunny/hamster combos. I imagine there will be more of a public outcry on these, as fish seem to be "pets that don't matter" in many people's eyes. Perhaps it is because they are inexpensive, fragile, silent, and non-cuddly, but humans seem to bond more with land-dwellers and have more opinions on how to properly care for them. Early bans on these fish will probably partially reflect politicians preparing for other animal introductions, which they would receive more public scrutiny over.
You might want to look into the legality of that before venturing to NV. With it being bio-engineering. They may have hefty rewards for that stuff and the wrong person could get you in a world of hurt if your caught. Look into it and be careful.