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Estos pececitos eran decoración en una vidriera. Un fallo los consideró seres sintientes con derechos y cambió su destino
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 12, 2026
· 5 min read
Por Sol Amaya, CNN en Español
En la fachada de un restaurante de sushi, en un coqueto barrio de la ciudad de Buenos Aires, dos pececitos se movían como podían dentro de una pequeña pecera rectangular. Expuestos al sol y a los ruidos de la calle, para los transeúntes pasaban casi desapercibidos,...
Key takeaway Por eso, desde Jaulas Vacías decidieron presentar la denuncia ante la justicia, argumentando una violación a la ley 14.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's own pet stores and restaurants may want to take note of the recent Argentine court decision that deemed two goldfish to be sentient beings with rights. The case, which involved relocating the fish from a small tank in a sushi restaurant to a larger, more suitable environment, highlights the growing concern for animal welfare in public spaces. As El Paso continues to grow and develop its own unique cultural scene, it's likely that local businesses will face similar scrutiny over their treatment of animals. The city's pet owners and animal lovers may also be inspired by the story of Magui and Fede, the two goldfish at the center of the case, and begin to advocate for better treatment of animals in their own community. With its own vibrant mix of restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions, El Paso may soon find itself at the forefront of the animal welfare conversation.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Por Sol Amaya, CNN en Español
En la fachada de un restaurante de sushi, en un coqueto barrio de la ciudad de Buenos Aires, dos pececitos se movían como podían dentro de una pequeña pecera rectangular. Expuestos al sol y a los ruidos de la calle, para los transeúntes pasaban casi desapercibidos,...
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