Bob Fischer: The case for including insects in our animal advocacy
How I Learned to Love Shrimp
Insects May Not Feel Pain in The Same Ways We Do
The behavioral responses of insects do not necessarily indicate that they do not feel pain. Different life histories and body compositions lead to a variety of behavioral reactions. While some insects may allow harm, others may fight back. People often focus on mechanical damage as a sign that insects do not feel pain, but overlook responses to stimuli like high temperatures or electric shocks which indicate pain. It is important to move away from assumptions based on mammalian models when assessing whether insects feel pain, as it can lead to a different understanding of their behavior.
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