[GSAS-Member] Genetically altered ornamental fish

["Rick Rose" <rick-rose@comcast.net>]

GSAS Members,

 

Here is your chance to be heard.  I've been contacted by a German
Scientist/Author who is doing research for an upcoming article.  The subject
is "Genetically altered ornamental fish."  The "GloFish" was introduced and
made available in the US a few years ago.  At the time, there were very
strongly held opinions on both sides of the issue - some thought they were
REALLY COOL and others wanted such "un-natural science" BANNED.  

 

Remember, we are NOT talking about the very unpopular practice of injecting
dye into tetras, etc. with needles.  The fish in question have been
genetically altered to be born with new characteristics using (and don't
quote me on this specific detail) jellyfish dna.

 

1)       Have you seen these "Glow-in-the-Dark" fish for sale locally - if
so, WHERE?

2)       Have you seen them for sale via mail-order - if so, WHERE?

3)       What was your INITIAL opinion on the issue?

4)       Has your opinion changed over time?

5)       Would you buy and keep these fish?

6)       Do you currently have (or have you ever had) these fish in your
tanks?

 

I would appreciate it if you would structure your answers numbered one
through six with the questions above since I have to tally the results.
THEN, for anyone who wants to provide an additional lengthy response, go
ahead and wax eloquent.  Who knows?  Maybe you'll be quoted in his published
work!

 

Thanks,

Rick

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