Eli5 about petting fish

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I’m concerned about petting fish. Even though they might act like they enjoy it, doesn’t it harm their slime layer? I thought the slime layer was meant to protect their skin.

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gentle clean hands going with the direction of their scales should be harmless in a healthy fish. sick fish can have their slime coat affected and shouldnt be touched for both of your safety

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