Kathryn Asher, Author at Faunalytics

Nov 27 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Why Are Americans Consuming Less Fluid Milk? A Look at Generational Differences in Intake Frequency

This report shows a decrease in the intake of fluid milk in the U.S. since the 1970s, attributed to a drop in consumption frequency as opposed to changes in portion sizes. READ MORE

Nov 26 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Attitudes of College Undergraduates Towards Coyotes (Canis latrans) in an Urban Landscape: Management and Public Outreach…

This study examined attitudes towards coyotes and coyote management among college undergraduates in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, where coyotes are a recent addition. READ MORE

Nov 25 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Best Friends’ Inaugural Pet Adoption Survey

This study by Best Friends Animal Society explores awareness and attitudes in the U.S. about companion animal adoption and animals in shelters, revealing overall positive attitudes and a number of interesting misconceptions. READ MORE

Nov 22 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Sustainability and Meat Consumption: Is Reduction Realistic?

Despite the environmental impacts of livestock farming, there is a worldwide trend of increasing meat consumption, and strategies for promoting more sustainable consumption practices must be tailored for different consumer groups. READ MORE

Nov 22 2013 | Kathryn Asher

When Do Psychologists Pay Attention to Children Harming Animals?

This survey of practicing psychologists in Queensland, Australia showed that most paid far greater attention to disclosures of intentional cruelty to animals by children when it was aligned with a Conduct Disorder diagnosis. READ MORE

Nov 22 2013 | Kathryn Asher

A Multiplex PCR Method to Identify Bushmeat Species in Wildlife Forensics

This article presents a new method for identifying the species of origin of bushmeat, i.e., meat that is illegally harvested from wild animals, often endangered species. READ MORE

Nov 19 2013 | Kathryn Asher

A Survey: What Seattle Thinks About the Woodland Park Zoo’s Elephant Program

This survey sought opinions from Seattleites on retiring the zoo’s elephants, perceptions of the credibility of the zoo’s task force on the topic, and the likelihood they would visit the zoo if there were no longer an elephant exhibit. READ MORE

Nov 18 2013 | Kathryn Asher

A Test of the ‘Genetic Rescue’ Technique Using Bottlenecked Donor Populations of Drosophila Melanogaster

This study used flies to study whether the inbred offspring of one population could later mate with the inbred offspring of another population and reintroduce genetic variation, with an eye toward strategies for endangered species recovery. READ MORE

Nov 18 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Animal Dissection in Schools: Life Lessons, Alternatives and Humane Education

This policy paper makes the case for a more ethical approach to life science education. READ MORE

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Kathryn Asher

Why Are Americans Consuming Less Fluid Milk? A Look at Generational Differences in Intake Frequency

Attitudes of College Undergraduates Towards Coyotes (Canis latrans) in an Urban Landscape: Management and Public Outreach…

Best Friends’ Inaugural Pet Adoption Survey

Sustainability and Meat Consumption: Is Reduction Realistic?

When Do Psychologists Pay Attention to Children Harming Animals?

A Multiplex PCR Method to Identify Bushmeat Species in Wildlife Forensics

A Survey: What Seattle Thinks About the Woodland Park Zoo’s Elephant Program

A Test of the ‘Genetic Rescue’ Technique Using Bottlenecked Donor Populations of Drosophila Melanogaster

Animal Dissection in Schools: Life Lessons, Alternatives and Humane Education

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