The story about the “fur trout” fish that’s been trending online isn’t real. A post on the Facebook group Casper Planet on August 23rd, has been shared over 7,000 times. Rumors about the fur trout have been around in stories since the 17th century, and there’s even a website all about it. Here’s why its not real:
The Fur Trout: Real Or Fake
The post claims a fisherman in Wyoming caught a fish that hasn’t been seen for over 50 years. The post says this “fur trout” had a unique fur-like appearance and was once common in Wyoming’s streams and rivers. However, it was believed to be extinct by the early 1970s because it was hunted for its fur, which was used in fancy clothing like jackets, gloves, and hats.
Here’s why the fur trout isn’t real
Parody Page
The Facebook page Casper Planet is a joke site and says right on it that its stories are fake and meant for fun.
Old Joke
The fur trout has been a running joke online for years with fake posts and videos.
Made-Up Story
The page’s description says it’s all made up, including the names and locations.
Fake News
The fur trout was even shown on local news as if it were real, but it’s just part of the joke.
The Legend of the “Furry” Fish
According to the tale, this strange fish was discovered in very cold waters. To survive these harsh conditions, the fish supposedly evolved to grow a thick coat of fur to keep itself warm.
Why Does the Fish Have Fur?
There are different ideas about why this fish has fur. Some people think it developed fur to adapt to the freezing environment, while others believe it might be because of unusual environmental factors. The truth of the whole matter Is that this fish, and its fur, are fake. The story is made up, and no such fish actually exists in real life.
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