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This study argues that animal experimentation is driving an improperly unregulated macaque trade that endangers both animal welfare and human health. READ MORE
Assessing Wild Octopus Welfare
Researchers analyzed photos and videos of wild octopuses in their natural environments to identify signs of negative welfare. READ MORE
Quantifying Global Primate Road Deaths
Road accidents are a serious, but often neglected, threat to primates across the globe. A team of researchers created a database to better understand primate-vehicle collisions. READ MORE
Faunalytics Index – April 2024
This month's Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about agricultural land use, the influence of big ag on academic research, precision fermented egg products, and more. READ MORE
Australia’s Subordinate Animal Welfare Legislation
This paper breaks down Australia’s system of "secondary" animal protection laws, including how each state or territory regulates animal issues. READ MORE
Do Animals Fear Humans More Than Lions?
While lions are considered an apex predator in Africa, humans hunt more animals than any predator. Therefore, which species causes more fear for other African animals? READ MORE
They Vs. It: The Pronouns We Use For Animals
When referring to a singular animal whose sex is unknown, do people use the pronoun “it” or “they?” This author explores the use of singular “they” in the English language and how it’s applied to animals. READ MORE
How Does Road Traffic Affect Squirrels?
In an effort to improve upon previous research, this study used daily, long-term data collection to measure roadkill incidents among ground squirrels in Colorado. READ MORE
How Social Media Affects Perceptions Of Zoo Animals
With the rising popularity of social media, zoos and wild animal conservation groups need to understand how images make their animals appear to the public. READ MORE