Fish Amnesty Day 2015. What on earth does that mean? Well, after scouring the people in-the-know, we have found that People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) set up Fish Amnesty Day to coincide with National Hunting and Fishing Day, which is the same day, according to Giftypedia.
PETA believes that fish possess a "complex neurochemical system," The Washington Times reported.
So, Fish Amnesty Day was set up almost two decades ago to recognize fish as living animals. Fish have rights and need protection, says PETA, who does not differentiate between fish and other vertebrates. Being a vegetarian does not mean eating fish. Fish Amnesty day has an additional goal of converting near vegetarians who are off just meat, still eating seafood. PETA encourages near vegetarians to take the final step and become a full vegetarian.
Fish are often the last animal people cut from their diets when becoming a vegetarian. In fact, some even think that fish are not worthy or have feelings. Even sushi lovers can find vegetarian alternatives, according to PETA.
