Genetically Modified Fish

[chrismr]

Well, thought I would find out what the general concensus is.

 

[chrismr]

Ok, clicked on "view results" and now can not vote.

Ok, I am going to take a beating for this, but for the purposes of miniaturisation or enlargement it could be kind of cool.

However, for colouring I would not bother. I know there reasons for modifying the danios the way they did, but I think it looks naff.

 

[bogwood]

There are 'naturally' a wide range of fish... in a multitude of colours, shapes and sizes available to fit any tank or habitat already... why genetically **** about?... no need imo...

 

[tidytourniquet]

There are 'naturally' a wide range of fish... in a multitude of colours, shapes and sizes available to fit any tank or habitat already... why genetically **** about?... no need imo...

Exactly and if you dont like the way the fish looks then you dont like it, Im sure there is a fish that looks more like you would like somewhere else

 

[wendywc]

So is this argument about should science mess with mother nature?

Personally, I have nothing against genetically modded fish. I have them, initially didn't know I had them, but I like them. Yes it's just a color change in my case, but it gives a hobbyist (i.e. me) more diversity in choices. So what's wrong with that? Afterall, don't alot of breeders, breed for color, size, and other characteristics? And I'll also throw in this classic argument statement: If you don't want them, don't buy them.

 

[morgan]

I voted against, nature will do any necessary modifications all by itself! Evolution. Yes, I am a bit of a tree-hugging hippy!

 

[pica_nuttalli]

i have no major objection so long as the modified fish cannot easily hybridize with their origin species, have dampered reproductive capabilities, can be easily distinguished from their parent species with the naked human eye, and have undergone extension laboratory observation for maximum size, lifespan, aggression levels, etc. if they also have a valid scientific purpose beyond "ooo, i wonder", then that's even better.

 

[Cobe27]

i have no major objection so long as the modified fish cannot easily hybridize with their origin species, have dampered reproductive capabilities, can be easily distinguished from their parent species with the naked human eye, and have undergone extension laboratory observation for maximum size, lifespan, aggression levels, etc. if they also have a valid scientific purpose beyond "ooo, i wonder", then that's even better.

Have to say I agree with you here. I think you are messing with nature when you breed for certain characteristics that aren't common in the wild, so it's all a matter of where you draw the line.

 

[chrismr]

Bettas and guppies would be a great example of how humans have already played around with fish. And there are far more than just those 2.

They are generally accepted though...

 

[prankster705]

I agree with pica. As long as there is a line it's ok (as long as that line isn't to far).

 

[jkrekord]

i am for to a certain point

 

[TammyLiz]

I am sure there would be cases where I would have a problem with genetically modified fish, but I voted 'for' because I like the little red danios. I just wish they were not so expensive. I love biotope setups in aquariums, but I wouldn't want to rule out other options, as long as you're not making fish that are miserable. The danios seem happy enough.

 

[Genesis]

http/www.aquascapeonline.com/store/scrip...sp?idProduct=37

so yes..

i vote for

 

[onemisterchristian]

Has anyone seen that movie gatica? One of my favorites. but as long as it does not affect the other fish in the species in any way, then it's fine by me.

 

[Synirr]

i have no major objection so long as the modified fish cannot easily hybridize with their origin species, have dampered reproductive capabilities, can be easily distinguished from their parent species with the naked human eye, and have undergone extension laboratory observation for maximum size, lifespan, aggression levels, etc. if they also have a valid scientific purpose beyond "ooo, i wonder", then that's even better.

EXACTLY. You took the words right out of my mouth. Linebreeding is really just a more indirect way of fooling around with the genetics of a critter, so I don't see what's so horrible about genetic manipulation. Sure, there are some risks if the modified animals outcross to wild populations, but that's why it's extremely important that we take all precautions necessary to keep that from happening.

BTW, I want to enter the field of genetics research when I grow up, so maybe I'm a bit biased