The remarkable evidence gained from the cleaner wrasse reveals that fish possess visual self-awareness, challenging long-held biases against the intelligence of aquatic life.
The study's controversy and delayed publication highlight a bias in the scientific community, which tends to underestimate fish intelligence and self-awareness compared to other animals.
Brown emphasizes that science has advanced our understanding of fish sentience, revealing their ability to learn, remember, and experience pain, which challenges societal perceptions of fish.
The societal perception of fish as lesser beings is outdated; science suggests a need for a monumental shift in how humans view and treat these creatures.
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