A cat in a fish market has learned how to use a leaf as a currency to buy her favorite snack. She observed how people exchanged money for fish and decided to try the same with a leaf she found on the ground.

A Leaf for a Fish

The “smart” cat approached the owner of the shop with a leaf she found on the floor in her mouth, hoping to get a fish in return. This act of cleverness amused the shop owner and he gave her a small fish. Now she repeats this trick every day, bringing a leaf to the owner and getting a fish as a reward.

More Cats in the Same Bracket

This cute story was shared by on X (formerly Twitter), and it got many reactions from people who also have smart pets that use leaves as tokens for treats. The video below shows how the cat does her trade with the owner, and how happy she is with her fish.