Scientists push new paradigm of animal consciousness, saying even insects may be sentient

[Kathy Floyd]

Scientists push new paradigm of animal consciousness, saying even insects may be sentient

Far more animals than previously thought likely have consciousness, top scientists say in a new declaration — including fish, lobsters and octopus.

www.nbcnews.com

 

[MnFish1]

Scientists push new paradigm of animal consciousness, saying even insects may be sentient

Far more animals than previously thought likely have consciousness, top scientists say in a new declaration — including fish, lobsters and octopus.

www.nbcnews.com

Nice article and I think the main point for us is here: "Scientists’ changing understanding of animal sentience could have implications for U.S. law, which does not classify animals as sentient on a federal level, according to Reddy. Instead, laws pertaining to animals focus primarily on conservation, agriculture or their treatment by zoos, research laboratories and pet retailers."

As I posted in another thread - the movement seems to be abolishment of the pet trade in all animals. Including dogs and cats.

 

[Kathy Floyd]

Nice article and I think the main point for us is here: "Scientists’ changing understanding of animal sentience could have implications for U.S. law, which does not classify animals as sentient on a federal level, according to Reddy. Instead, laws pertaining to animals focus primarily on conservation, agriculture or their treatment by zoos, research laboratories and pet retailers."

As I posted in another thread - the movement seems to be abolishment of the pet trade in all animals. Including dogs and cats.

Sorry about that. I didn't see another thread.

 

[MnFish1]

Sorry about that. I didn't see another thread.

No need to be sorry - its a concern!!