How Do Fish Sleep Without Going to Bed?

Fish don’t need a bed or eyes to sleep. They just slow down and rest in one place, like when you take a nap on the couch. Some fish even stay awake while others are sleeping! It’s like having a buddy who naps while you play video games.

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Examples

  1. A goldfish floats near the bottom of its bowl like it’s taking a nap on a comfy chair.
  2. A school of fish slows down and swims in slow circles, just like people walking around a room before falling asleep.
  3. A small fish hides under a rock and doesn’t move for hours, just like you when you're too tired to leave your bed.

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