An Argentine court rules that two goldfish—Fede and Magui—are “sentient beings,” not mere property, in what is described as a landmark decision for animal welfare. Multiple reports say the ruling recognizes the fish as living creatures with legally relevant interests, rather than items that can be treated like objects. The court orders changes in how the fish are kept, including moving them from a display setting to a larger aquarium, reflecting the requirement to meet their welfare needs. The decision is also described as expanding the reach of existing animal welfare protections, which have typically focused on larger animals. By applying legal standards to neglected aquatic creatures, the ruling is presented as setting a precedent for how courts may interpret welfare obligations toward animals that are often treated as disposable. Overall, the reports characterize the case as significant because it frames legal protections for animals—here, goldfish—as grounded in sentience, with practical requirements for their care under applicable animal welfare laws.