I must agree with bulletsworld that keeping octopuses is an iffy subject. Not nearly as bad as blue ribbon eels or moorish idols, but still not stellar either. I say this because keeping them in home aquariums inevitably shortens their lifespan (more than other fish). Still, if the owner is responsible, does his research in advance, and takes VERY GOOD care, then im okay with it.
I don't think anyone should be saying sorry here for having their own opinions or sharing them.
with proper explanation the comment attached to the video is clearer and not offensive i think. taping an animal that is actually dying is a different matter altogether.
"They are very intelligent and even get depressed. It's really sad." I agree that they are intelligent but to go so far as to say they are sad is anthropomorphic. There is no proof of octopuses having defined emotions. I won't deny that they have their urges and responses such as "im hungry" or "grrrrr" but emotional responses are a different matter altogether.
but hell, what do i know?
03-27-2007, 06:51 PM
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