Understanding the Distinction: Why Don't Vegetarians Consider Fish Meat?
                                
                                
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                                According to the Vegetarian Society, a vegetarian diet explicitly excludes all animal flesh, including fish. This foundational principle is the primary reason **why vegetarians don't consider fish meat**, with the decision being informed by ethical, environmental, and nutritional factors beyond a simple classification.