Crabs, octopuses and lobsters recognized as intelligent creatures, British scientists animatedly discuss the latest news

Under a new law passed by the UK government, octopuses, squid, crabs and lobsters are now sentient beings. How should this decision be understood? And will British octopuses and our other "brothers in reason" now have the right to vote and be elected? Let's try to figure it out together.



Peels Intelligent Creatures An amendment has been made to the Animal Welfare Act. Among other things, this legislation prohibits unnecessary harm and suffering.



Recall that according to the innovation, cephalopods and deciped crustaceans, along with vertebrates, are recognized as capable of experiencing pleasure, pain and suffering.



Before making the decision, officials reportedly ordered the study to specialists from the London School of Economics. In the course of numerous experiments there received convincing evidence of the reasonableness of cephalopods and crustaceans.



Does this mean that crabs and octopuses can think like humans? Of course not! The amendment only recognized these species as highly developed enough to be subject to animal cruelty legislation.



According to Peels, lobsters and crabs can be banned from boiling alive. According to animal rights activists, this is inhumane. It is preferred to stun lobsters before cooking with an electric pistol or by cooling.



“Science has shown that crustaceans and shellfish can feel pain. So it is only fair that they are covered by this vital piece of legislation, said Lord Goldsmith, author of the new legislation.



Peels supports its introduction and the British Veterinary Association. The president of the BVA, Justin Shotton, believes that this change is a resounding victory in protecting our lesser brothers from unjustified cruelty.