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#182 – Bob Fischer on comparing the welfare of humans, chickens, pigs, octopuses, bees, and more

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Rethinking Animal Welfare: Beyond Vertebrates

This chapter explores the shifting perceptions of animal welfare, particularly focusing on the often-overlooked sentience of invertebrates like bees and the welfare of farmed salmon. It emphasizes the need for a more equitable consideration between the welfare of invertebrates and vertebrates, challenging societal biases. The discussion highlights the ethical implications of comparing suffering across species and examines how environmental conditions impact the wellbeing of animals in captivity.

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