“Yes.” Kenzie’s laugh tumbles free. “And we can play charades.”
“Whatever you want.”
I sit up, gently moving her hand from my cheek to intertwine with mine. Then I click the nurse call bell, waggle my eyebrows at her, and call “Garçon” toward the privacy curtain.
One thing is for certain, for the rest of the day, Kenzie will bemysole focus.
Fur-Ever Homes Forum
Forum Thread: Can blue tangs miss people?
@swimmerwithafish
I was just given a blue tang as a gift, and it seems like she’s looking for something, or maybe someone? If I get in front of the tank, Sharkira swims to look past me. Can fish remember people?
@ NicoleandCocoa25
Congratulations. Your fish is actively judging your interior design.
@fishfanatic
My bet? The person who owned her before had a beard, and she’s confused why you’renot them.
@swimmerwithafish
My friend Livvi gave me Sharkira, so definitely no beard.
@bubblebandit
Ohhh, this is the aquatic version of “the dog misses my ex more than me.”
@saltwatertales
Blue tangs are smart. She might actually be waiting for the person who used to feed her. Or the person who gave her to you. Have you tried engaging with her?
@swimmerwithafish
I waved. She flared at me and swam behind the coral. Is it possible to be rejected by a fish?
@gillfriendenergy
She’s absolutely waiting for the girl. This is a total matchmaker trope but with gills.
@vettechvibes
Actual vet tech here—yes, many fish absolutely can recognize and remember their caretakers. They respond to routines, voices, and even faces. What you’re seeing could very well be her looking for her previous handler.
@swimmerwithafish
You’re saying I should invite Livvi over…just to see Sharkira, to ease the transition.
@bubblebandit
“Just for Sharkira.” Sure, buddy. No one’s buying it.
@vettechvibes
For what it’s worth, giving her time, consistent feeding, and a calm routine should help her bond with you too.
