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May 20 2019 | Megan Allison

Plastic Pollution Has Reached A New Low: The Deep Ocean

Once-untouchable deep-sea ecosystems aren’t safe from plastic. This study seeks to find just how contaminated two of the deepest ocean trenches are with plastic waste. READ MORE

Feb 14 2019 | Owen Rogers

Killer Whales and Killer Plastics

A single class of chemicals - PCBs - may be responsible for the loss of entire populations of orcas. This research report explores the issue. READ MORE

Jul 30 2018 | Mona Zahir

Public Opinion On Zoos And Aquariums: The Canadian Perspective

A study of public opinion from across Canada reveals that anti-captivity advocacy is helping turn the tide against zoos and aquariums. READ MORE

Jul 25 2018 | Linda Tyler

Animal Tracker 2018: Adequacy Of Laws

Legislative change is an important part of improving animal welfare. By taking advantage of positive changes in public opinion the right proposal at the right political moment can have far-reaching [...] READ MORE

Jul 11 2018 | Che Green

Animal Tracker 2018: Importance of Animal Protection

In 2018, at least 75% or more of U.S. adults said that the welfare and protection of animals is “very” or “somewhat” important in every issue area. READ MORE

May 2 2018 | karol orzechowski

Faunalytics Index – May 2018

Our Faunalytics Index for May 2018 looks at the benefits of artificial reefs, Welfare Quality protocols, research animal advocacy, companion animals in South Korea, and more. READ MORE

Dec 6 2017 | karol orzechowski

Faunalytics Index – December 2017

Eye-catching, informative bits of data from the past month, featuring research about companion animals, protein consumption, horse adoptions, and more. READ MORE

Nov 13 2017 | Faunalytics

Captivity And Orca Tooth Damage

Among the signs that captivity is harmful for orcas, a study finds that approximately 1 in 4 exhibit “major” to “extreme” mandibular coronal tooth wear. READ MORE

Sep 5 2017 | Faunalytics

Oceanic Top Predators And Climate Change

A new study looks at the dynamics between the oceans' top predators and details how those dynamics may shift due to coming climate change. READ MORE

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