Some see fish as less environmentally damaging than cats and dogs, but they have their own impact.
Tropical fish are a colourful addition to many households, but they may not be as innocent as they appear.
"In the UK, four million households own a pet fish and it's estimated that 70% of those that keep fish have a tropical freshwater aquarium," said research associate Dr William Perry. The research also estimated that tropical aquariums use 156 to 31,200 litres of water per year, equating to 0.2% to 30.1% of the UK annual average household water usage, depending on size and maintenance.
"Ornamental fishkeeping can be a more environmentally conscious pet choice than owning an average sized dog or cat, which are likely to produce considerably more emissions through their consumption of meat," added Dr Perry.
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