The sunfish mystery: Why this giant fish might not feel pain
Scientists are baffled by the sunfish's ability to swim calmly despite severe injuries. A study suggests fish may lack the brain regions for emotional suffering, reacting mechanically to harm. This unique adaptation, possibly due to thick skin and slow metabolism, allows the sunfish to endure wounds and survive, challenging our understanding of animal consciousness and pain.
Scientists are baffled by the sunfish's ability to swim calmly despite severe injuries. A study suggests fish may lack the brain regions for emotional suffering, reacting mechanically to harm. This unique adaptation, possibly due to thick skin and slow metabolism, allows the sunfish to endure wounds and survive, challenging our understanding of animal consciousness and pain.
