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Apr 24 2026 | Priska Ammann

Human Beliefs About Animal Minds

Do people around the world believe that thoughts and feelings are unique to humans? This study examined how children, adolescents, and adults across 15 countries perceive the nature of animal minds. READ MORE

Feb 27 2025 | Aeneas Koosis

Multinational Control Of Poultry Production In Southern Africa

Just two multinational companies control over 90% of the world’s poultry breeding stock, raising concerns about competition, food security, and the viability of alternative farming systems in South Africa, Zambia, and Malawi. READ MORE

Apr 24 2024 | Jacob Achumboro Ayang

Africa’s Second-Hand Battery Cage Dilemma

As intensive industrial farming grows across Africa, second-hand battery cages pose a threat to egg-laying hens and animal welfare progress across the continent. READ MORE

Nov 5 2021 | Sara Streeter

Kondisi Badak 2021

Kelima spesies badak di Afrika dan Asia mengalami ancaman kepunahan. Walaupun perburuan dan hilangnya habitat masih menjadi sebuah ancaman, ada beberapa titik terang yang bisa kita banggakan. READ MORE

Nov 5 2021 | Sara Streeter

The State Of The Rhino 2021

All five species of rhinos in Africa and Asia are endangered to some degree. While poaching and habitat loss are still threats, there are some bright spots we can celebrate. READ MORE

Apr 22 2019 | Kopal Jha

Lion Population Bounce-Back After A Trophy Hunting Moratorium

Regular hunting moratoriums may be a promising way to mitigate concerns about lion survival, sex ratios, and age distributions. READ MORE