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Can fin nipping kill fish?

Asked: Fernando Riera Pesca, Last Updated:

Fin nipping can kill over time because the fish will become stressed. It is generally accpeted now that fish do feel pain, though it is still debated, so I would say that yes, it is hurting them.

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