When it comes to social media, algorithms often show us videos that seem unbelievable. Among millions of posts, there are both real and AI-generated videos, which often confuse viewers. This happened again with a viral clip showing a fish seemingly taking flight from a person’s hands. The video left netizens shocked and amazed. But what is the real truth behind it? Scroll down to find out.
Viral Flying Fish: Real Or Fake?
Industrialist Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) took to his X handle to share a surprising video showing a hand holding a fish. But what happened next left netizens curious—the fish suddenly appeared to fly off using its wings. Goenka captioned the video, “This is the first time I have seen a flying fish.”
The unusual visuals quickly caught the attention of social media users, generating thousands of views and reactions. The clip also sparked a debate about whether it was real or AI-generated. Many viewers noticed that the fish’s movements looked unnatural, and the way it lifted off from the person’s hands seemed impossible, raising questions about the authenticity of the video.
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IFS Officer Confirms It’s AI
Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer Parveen Kaswan (@ParveenKaswan) stepped in to clarify the situation. Commenting on Goenka’s post, Kaswan wrote, “Because it is an AI,” confirming that the fish was not real and that the video had been digitally created. Social media users also shared the images of flying fish and pointed out the difference, saying that the viral clip is actually AI-generated. Also, several viewers in the comments section emphasised that AI technology can now create realistic-looking videos of imaginary events.
This viral flying fish video is a reminder of how advanced AI has become in creating realistic yet fictional content. Today, AI can generate videos that look convincing, making it harder to tell what is real and what is digitally created.
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