Faunalytics

10/14/2026

For many vertebrates, insects are more than a food source. As “little things that run the world”, insects provide critical functions such as protection, sanitation and shelter across ecosystems, according to a new study.

Insects provide protection, sanitation and even shelter to vertebrates, making them a priority for conservation efforts

10/14/2026

This month’s Faunalytics Index provides facts and stats about what vegan guardians feed their dogs, the fatal impact of heatwaves on dairy cows, fishes used in chemical testing in the European Union, and more.

10/14/2026

Can petitions actually change policy? 📣

A study of animal protection petitions submitted through Taiwan’s government e-petition platform found that 75% led to some form of policy change.

The findings suggest that online petitions can be a meaningful tool for animal advocates seeking policy impact.

Explore more data for animal advocates in the Faunalytics Index: https://faunalytics.org/faunalytics-index-september-2026/

10/13/2026

Faunalytics is now accepting applications for our Digital Resource Manager. If you want to use your CMS, coding, and AI skills to help us take our resources to the next level, we want to hear from you!

Faunalytics is now accepting applications for our Digital Resource Manager. If you want to use your CMS, coding, and AI skills to help us take our resources to the next level, we want to hear from you!

10/13/2026

A survey finds Chicago residents often reach for rat poison out of fear and convenience, even though they rank it as their least important way to control rats.

10/12/2026

📢New Faunalytics Explains!

Although still the world’s biggest fur industry, China’s fur production has undergone a significant and rapid decline in recent years:

Although still the world’s biggest fur industry, China’s fur produc...

10/12/2026

In two online surveys of U.S. adults, people who believed that animals are more capable of emotion were also more likely to avoid animal products and activities where animals are used or exploited.

10/12/2026

From companion animal enrichment and animal-computer interaction to advocacy strategy, public attitudes, and animal welfare, the latest additions to the Faunalytics Research Library explore new insights for creating change for animals.

Here’s what we’ve added to the Faunalytics Research Library from August 18–31:

🐱 Needy Cats: Can Play Or Puzzles Help?
🕳️ Following A Data Point Down The Rabbit Hole
🦐 Perceptions Of Shrimp Welfare In Brazil
🔬 Most People Worldwide Trust Scientists Despite Crisis Claims
🎥 Can Informative Videos Reduce Meat Consumption?
🐭 Grimace Scale Training Boosts Confidence In Spotting Animal Pain
🐾 What Trade-Offs Will The Public Accept In Predator Control Debates?
💰 Funding Practices In Farmed Animal Advocacy
🦍 Animal-Computer Interaction Technologies Offer Hope For Better Welfare

Explore these summaries and thousands more in the Faunalytics Research Library at faunalytics.org.

10/11/2026

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10/10/2026

Faunalytics is hiring its next Executive Director. Read the full job posting and apply by October 18, 2026:

Faunalytics is hiring its next Executive Director. Read the full job posting and apply by October 18, 2026.