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Junior Doctor's Goldfish Rescue Goes Viral

Newcastle-based cardiologist saves fish found on lawn, captivating millions on social media.

  • Dr. Ben Beska discovered the goldfish after hearing magpies squawking in his garden.
  • He quickly placed the fish in a freezer drawer filled with water to save its life.
  • The goldfish, now named Alice, has since been moved to a proper tank and is thriving.
  • Beska's social media post about the rescue has garnered over 18 million views and widespread attention.
  • Theories suggest a bird may have dropped the fish, though its origin remains a mystery.
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