Introduction
If you’re like most humans, you probably think of fish as the creatures that live in the sea. But did you know that some species of fish actually enjoy listening to human music? In a new study published in PLOS ONE, scientists found that certain species of fish prefer different types of music, with some preferring pop and others favoring classical. What does this mean for the future of fish farming? For one, it suggests that we may need to change our thinking about how we farm aquatic animals. Instead of just catering to their physical needs, we may need to consider their psychological needs as well. ###
Types of Fish
There are a variety of types of fish that listen to different types of music. Some fish like to listen to blues, while others prefer country music. There is even a type of fish that only listens to heavy metal! For some strange reason, this type of fish seems to be immune to predators. Scientists are still trying to figure out why this is.
Reasons Fish Listen to Jokes
Jokes are an important part of human culture, and studies have shown that they can be quite funny. However, it was not until recently that scientists discovered what kind of music fish listen to when they hear a joke. It turns out that when fish hear a joke, they perk up their ears and orient themselves towards the sound. This is likely because fish use acoustic cues to find food and mates, so listening to jokes may help them find the source of the laughter.
Conclusion
When it comes to music, fish apparently have a pretty wide variety of preferences. A study published in the journal Fish and Fisheries found that while most fish prefer listening to classical or instrumental music, a few species (like Atlantic cod) enjoy listening to jokey pop songs. So next time you’re out fishing and see a big fish cruising around with its head bowed earnestly playing Mozart, know that it’s actually just enjoying some good ol’ fashioned fun!