To some extent, yes
. Of course not like how they do in Finding Nemo, but in a way, fish do have their own language. Not at all like our human one, fish use various methods to communicate with each other, including auditory, visual, and olfactory ways.
Do fish like to be talked to?
Yes and no
, according to fishing pro Tom Redington. Since sound doesn't travel well between air and water, loud talking or screaming will be barely noticeable to the fish underwater. They won't get spooked or scared.
Can fish hear you when you talk?
However,
yes, they can hear your voice
.
They just know someone is speaking. They can associate sounds with action, though. For example, if you are to say your betta fish's name – let us call him George – each time you sprinkle food in his aquarium, he will eventually associate the sound of “George” with food.
Is there a fish that can talk?
Fish are believed to communicate with each other for different reasons, including attracting mates, scaring off predators or orienting themselves.
The gurnard species has a wide vocal repertoire and keeps up a constant chatter
, Ghazali found after studying different species of fish placed into tanks.
How do fish see humans?
Besides being able to see their prey and recognize their owners,
fish also can see a range of colors, since they have color receptors in their eyes
. Many species of fish can also see ultraviolet light, which humans can't.
Do my fish recognize me?
A species of tropical fish has been shown to be able to distinguish between human faces. It is the first time fish have demonstrated this ability.
Can fish love their owners?
Do Betta Fish Recognize Their Owners? Surprisingly, science has found that
fish are capable of recognizing their owner's face, even if the owner is standing by the tank with other people
. Fish can develop an association between something they like, being fed, with the person who feeds them.
Do fish feel emotional pain?
Summary:
Fish do not feel pain the way humans do
, according to a team of neurobiologists, behavioral ecologists and fishery scientists. The researchers conclude that fish do not have the neuro-physiological capacity for a conscious awareness of pain.
How do I talk to my fish?
If you have the opportunity to talk to a fish, we suggest you
don't choose herring
… they communicate by shooting a burst of bubbles out of their anus. If you have the opportunity to speak with any fish, we suggest you don't choose herring. Herring communicate by shooting a burst of bubbles out of their anus.
How do you play with fish?
To stimulate your fish's brain,
give it toys like floating rocks and caves for it to hide in
. You can even train your fish to do tricks like swim through a hoop or jump out of the water with a little practice. Keeping your fish healthy and active will help you enjoy your fish for longer.
How do I know if my fish is happy?
- Swim actively throughout the entire tank, not just hanging out or laying at the bottom, floating near the top or hiding behind plants and ornaments.
- Eat regularly and swim to the surface quickly at feeding time.
Do fish know their owners?
They are far more intelligent than they get credit for:
Researchers have found that
fish recognize each other and gather information by eavesdropping
. They're capable of remembering past social interactions that they've had with other fish, and they show affection by rubbing against each other.
Do fish have feelings?
Fish Have Feelings, Too
: The Inner Lives Of Our ‘Underwater Cousins' : The Salt Jonathan Balcombe, author of What A Fish Knows, says that fish have a conscious awareness — or “sentience” — that allows them to experience pain, recognize individual humans and have memory.
Do fishes fart?
Biologists have linked a mysterious, underwater farting sound to bubbles coming out of a herring's anus. No fish had been known to emit sound from its anus nor to be capable of producing such a high-pitched noise.
Do fish make noises?
What sounds do fish make? Well, fish are actually capable of producing quite a variety of nuanced sounds.
They make noises that resemble grunts, snorts, hums, hoots, and even a sort of purr
.
Why do fish stare at me?
The simple explanation to this question is that
they think they are being fed
! They are staring at you because they are anticipating a meal. Spending more time with your betta will allow you to understand their behavior better and determine whether they are hungry or just bored and want attention.
What fish recognize their owners?
Researchers studying
archerfish
found the fish can tell a familiar human face from dozens of new faces with surprising accuracy. This is a big, big deal. It's the first time fish have demonstrated this ability.
What do fish do for fun?
Fish are playful pets. They like to chase each other for fun and
hide behind aquatic plants
. Sometimes, they serenely glide through the water or play with aquarium toys. Yes, toys!
Why do fish follow you?
Because fish often rely upon a complex web of senses beyond sight, many signals – chemical, hormonal, activity and sound – will attracts them and they know when you are, and will trail you, long before you see them.
Do fish like music?
If you've ever thought that your goldfish can't hear or won't respond to the music that you blast in your room, it's time to think again. Though few people know this,
all fish respond to sound
, and several recent studies have shown that fish can even tell the difference between genres of music and composers.
What is the smartest fish?
For fish, that title goes to
manta rays
. They're giant, charismatic and basically geniuses. Mantas have huge brains — the biggest of any fish — with especially developed areas for learning, problem solving and communicating.
Do fish feel sad when other fish dies?
No, fish do not get “sad” if another fish dies
. Fish do have a brain that is capable of some type of “emotion” but not to the extent that humans feel. They don't feel anything like sadness, but may feel something to a smaller extent.
Can I play with my betta fish?
With patience and a little persistence, you can teach him to do things like follow your finger, eat from your hand, swim through a hoop, play soccer, and even jump out of the water or come up to be petted. Fish food is the best reinforcement for desired behavior.
Can you train fish?
The simple answer: yes. But what is the best method on how to train a fish? Many fish keepers do not give their fish enough credit for being smart.
Most pet fish are above average intelligence and can be easily trained given their food-motivated behavior
.
Do fish remember being caught?
Researchers find that
wild cleaner fishes can remember being caught up to 11 months after the fact
, and actively try to avoid getting caught again.
Can fishes cry?
As we mentioned before,
fish cannot cry
because they lack the part of the brain which allows mammals to produce tears. This part of the brain is called the cerebral cortex. Besides, fish lack both the emotional depth and mental complexity to be able to cry.
Do fish have friends?
While it's clear that
many fish seek out each other's company, they don't tend to nurture relationships with their shoal-mates
. Rabbitfish are a rare exception. These colourful coral-reef fish team up in pairs, often with members of the same sex, suggesting these partnerships are about more than reproduction.
