Is the memory of a goldfish really 3 seconds?
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Have you heard someone saying, “you have the memory of a goldfish“? This is often said to someone whose memory is bad – they keep forgetting facts, stories and important dates very easily.
This saying comes from the common belief that goldfishes forget everything after 3 seconds.
But, is this really true?
Fun facts about goldfish’s memory!
- A student named Rory from Australia, conducted an experiment with his pet goldfish using legos, which demonstrated that this proverb is not accurate.
- Several other investigations have found that goldfish may retain memories for a period of time that can last for months or even years.
- In addition to this, goldfish have demonstrated that they possess intelligence.
- They have been observed to recognise the individual human who provides them with food.
- If their memory lasted only three seconds, there is no way this could be feasible.
See some amazing large goldfishes at the Goldfish World Championship below.
Video credit: Aquarium Co-Op/Youtube
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