Brett Ellis

Fish can make wonderful pets for any college student. They're low maintenance and don't require much space. However, students come and go and the fish are left behind, or worse, they're discarded. In this Bobcat Update, Brett Ellis tells us why it's NOT a good idea to throw them in the river.

A fish tank can add a nice accent to a small apartment, but when it's time to take a long break from studies -- for example, summer or winter break -- some students don't know what to do with their finny friends.
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Sometimes they turn to throwing them in the river.
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This is illegal.
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This is not only damaging to the river, but to the fish as well.
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Not only are the fish an issue for the river, but plants can be even more troublesome.
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There was a program at Texas State that helped to promote information about the issue.
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Stores, like Earth Angel's Pet Supply, accept most surrenders.
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So remember, keep your pets and plants out of the river, and help keep San Marcos beautiful. For Bobcat Update, I'm Brett Ellis.