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Speciesist Bias In Large Language Models

Oct 23 2026 Parvati Nair

AI models can recognize discrimination against animals. But do they think it’s wrong? A study finds that the answer depends on whether the animal is human, farmed, or kept as a companion. READ MORE

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Speciesist Bias In Large Language Models

AI models can recognize discrimination against animals. But do they think it’s wrong? A study finds that the answer depends on whether the animal is human, farmed, or kept as a companion. READ MORE

Oct 23 2026 Parvati Nair

In the Spotlight

Oct 13 2021 | Karthik Sekar

Technical Outrage: Innovating To Reduce Animal Use

In this blog post, author and scientist Karthik Sekar outlines the technical — and ethical — promises of microbial fermentation in a way that is both exciting and inspiring. READ MORE

Oct 8 2021 | Jeanette Shutay

Beavers Provide Ecosystem Services In The Northern Hemisphere

Beavers help to manage ecosystems, purify water, cycle nutrients, and moderate extreme weather events. This study looks at the economic impacts of these activities. READ MORE

Oct 7 2021 | Matthew O'Shaughnessy

How Do Veg*ns View Each Other?

A survey finds that veg*ns are largely supportive of each other, but perceive differences based on commitment and motivation for reducing meat consumption. READ MORE

Sep 29 2021 | Emma Hakansson

Fashion’s Wild Animal Exploitation: The Case Of Saltwater Crocodiles

Investigative footage from Australian farms owned by luxury brand Hermés has exposed the crocodile skin industry. When will fashion evolve beyond exploiting wild animals for the sake of fashion? READ MORE

Sep 28 2021 | Matthew O'Shaughnessy

Human-Animal Studies: Past, Present, & Future

In seeking to understand the relationships between humans and animals, the field of Human-Animal Studies provides scientific and social-scientific insight for the animal advocacy movement. READ MORE

Sep 15 2021 | karol orzechowski

Faunalytics’ Hidden Gems

In this blog, we highlight some of the most popular and useful Faunalytics resources that you may not have heard about. READ MORE

Sep 13 2021 | Sara Streeter

Can A Snail Suffer?

Science on the sentience of animals such as snails, clams, mussels, and scallops is not clear. Until it is, we should assume that they can indeed suffer. READ MORE

Sep 10 2021 | Sara Streeter

The Facts Don’t Always Speak For Themselves

Facts have become squishy in the minds of many — what people accept as true depends on their politics and how they see the world. Beliefs about the origins of COVID-19 are a case in point. READ MORE

Sep 3 2021 | Sara Streeter

Does Dairy Milk Promote Breast Cancer?

Science has identified many of the risk factors for breast cancer, but the dangers that lurk in our diets have been harder to pin down. READ MORE