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Goldfish 3-Second Memory Myth

The claim that goldfish have a three-second memory is false; research shows they can retain memories for months.

High likelihood of being false · Confidence high

금붕어의 기억력이 3초에 불과하다는 통념은 과학적으로 사실이 아닙니다. 다수의 연구에 따르면 금붕어는 최소 수개월 이상 학습된 내용을 기억하고 유지할 수 있는 것으로 입증되었습니다.

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Verdict evidence sufficient

We assess the document used for this claim—its directness, independence, and traceability—not the outlet name alone.

  • Q1 2
  • Q2 2
  • Q3 0
  • QX 0
  • Assessment pending 0
  • Independent verdict sources 3
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Verifiable claim

금붕어의 기억력은 정확히 3초뿐이다.

High likelihood of being false · Confidence high

금붕어의 기억력이 3초에 불과하다는 통념은 과학적으로 사실이 아닙니다. 다수의 연구에 따르면 금붕어는 최소 수개월 이상 학습된 내용을 기억하고 유지할 수 있는 것으로 입증되었습니다.

Sources 01

Goldfish myths: Does their memory really only last seven seconds?
blogs.iu.edublogs.iu.edu

a goldfish’s memory lasts far longer than just seven seconds

Opposing evidenceQuality tier Q1Quality score 80/100Source role Independent secondary sourceDirect

Sources 02

In the swim with an eye on the clock
www.theguardian.comwww.theguardian.com

scientists had known for some time that that fish - even goldfish - have more than a three-second memory

Opposing evidenceQuality tier Q1Quality score 87/100Source role Independent secondary sourceDirect

Sources 03

Do fish have a three-second memory? | SiOWfa15: Science in Our World: Certainty and Controversy
sites.psu.edusites.psu.edu

A similar study at Plymouth University suggests that goldfish can pack three months of memory into their little minds.

Opposing evidenceQuality tier Q2Quality score 68/100Source role Dependent secondary sourceDirect

Sources 04

Do goldfish really only have a 3 second memory? | Discover Wildlife
www.discoverwildlife.comwww.discoverwildlife.com

goldfish can retain memories for at least three months

Opposing evidenceQuality tier Q2Quality score 78/100Source role Independent secondary sourceDirect

Remaining uncertainty 실험 조건이나 기억의 유형에 따라 지속 기간의 차이는 있을 수 있으나, 3초에 불과하다는 주장은 명백히 반박됩니다.

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