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Viral Brooklyn Fish Tank Destroyed Amidst Controversy
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A makeshift fish habitat created in a sidewalk puddle near a leaky hydrant in Brooklyn went viral online, sparking both praise and criticism. Organizers launched a GoFundMe to improve the habitat, raising thousands of dollars before the 'tank' was destroyed. While some lamented the destruction, others argued that it was ultimately a mercy for the fish who were suffering in an inadequate environment.

The makeshift animal home at the corner of Tompkins Avenue and Hancock Street found virality online. Organizers launched a GoFundMe to improve the habitat and raised thousands of dollarsa sidewalk puddle near a leaky hydrant in Brooklyn where someone kept dumping fish

"Wait was this where the fish were?? Someone honestly sadly did those fish a favor. Who in the hell thought it'd be a good idea to stuff fish in a glorified puddle without any way to actually care for them especially in a public place that's not been maintained or cared for?" one user responded."Poor things were suffering and while I don't think their end should have been met this way, it's still better than slowly suffering each day.

"You’ve got issues with pollution that could be a problem. You've got issues with predatory birds," Dr. Tepper said.

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