Animals Used for Food

Research about farmed animals including factory farming, veganism, vegetarianism, commercial fishing, and related topics.

The Replacement Nobody Is Asking For

Sep 9 2026 Hillary Hendrickson

A public health measure aimed at children is quietly poised to put billions of insects into the food supply. The decisions are being made right now, and there is a narrow window to change them. READ MORE

The Replacement Nobody Is Asking For

Sep 9 2026 Hillary Hendrickson

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Apr 13 2022 | Caryn Ginsberg

The Adventures Of Birdlock Holmes Vol. 1: Comparing Beliefs About Chickens & Fishes

Faunalytics' Caryn Ginsberg summarizes our research on fishes and chickens with the launch of a new series of infocomics with recurring characters! READ MORE

Apr 12 2022 | Sara Streeter

Measuring A “Good Life” For Farmed Animals

An absence of pain is not pleasure. Animal welfare science increasingly recognizes that good welfare for farmed animals means they have an opportunity to enjoy their lives. READ MORE

Apr 11 2022 | Massimo Bedoya

A Lesson In Bias During Plant-Based Interventions

Researchers explored the impact of a watching a documentary on meat reduction. Their results remind us to be cautious when assessing veg*n advocacy campaigns. READ MORE

Apr 7 2022 | Trent Davidson

Holding Fast Food Accountable For Chickens

Now in its third year, “The Pecking Order” report examines how major fast food chains are faring with chicken welfare. The latest report is a mixed bag of progress and setbacks. READ MORE

Apr 6 2022 | Faunalytics

Faunalytics Index – April 2022

This month's Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about food waste in the United States, mammals used in folk medicine, the growth of global aquaculture, barn fires, and more. READ MORE

Apr 5 2022 | Lukas Jasiunas

New Evidence Suggests Cleaner Fishes Recognize Themselves In Mirrors

Cleaner fishes can pass a carefully designed mirror test study by recognizing themselves and acting upon ecologically relevant marks on their bodies. READ MORE

Apr 5 2022 | Lukas Jasiunas

हाल के प्रमाणों के मुताबिक़ क्लीनर मछलियाँ आईने में ख़ुद को पहचान सकती हैं

क्लीनर मछलियों ने ख़ुद को आईने में पहचानकर और अपने शरीर पर पारिस्थितिक रूप से प्रासंगिक निशानों पर प्रतिक्रिया जताकर सावधानीपूर्वक डिज़ाइन किए गए ‘मिरर टेस्ट’/दर्पण परीक्षण अध्ययन को पास कर लिया है। READ MORE

Apr 5 2022 | Lukas Jasiunas

Kemampuan Mengenali Diri Ikan Lebih Tinggi pada Lingkungan yang Lebih Bersih: Temuan Terbaru

Ikan yang lebih bersih dapat lulus dalam studi uji cermin yang dirancang dengan cermat karena mereka dapat mengenali diri mereka sendiri dan bertindak berdasarkan tanda yang relevan secara ekologis pada tubuh mereka. READ MORE

Apr 4 2022 | Casey Bond

Eating Meat Over 65

Adults age 65+ require more protein than younger consumers. This study explores meat consumption patterns and preferences for animal vs. plant-based protein among older adults in Europe. READ MORE

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Animals Used for Food

The Adventures Of Birdlock Holmes Vol. 1: Comparing Beliefs About Chickens & Fishes

Measuring A “Good Life” For Farmed Animals

A Lesson In Bias During Plant-Based Interventions

Holding Fast Food Accountable For Chickens

Faunalytics Index – April 2022

New Evidence Suggests Cleaner Fishes Recognize Themselves In Mirrors

हाल के प्रमाणों के मुताबिक़ क्लीनर मछलियाँ आईने में ख़ुद को पहचान सकती हैं

Kemampuan Mengenali Diri Ikan Lebih Tinggi pada Lingkungan yang Lebih Bersih: Temuan Terbaru

Eating Meat Over 65

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