Chicken cognition and its implications for welfare with Michael Pardo, Ph.D

  • PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

    • RACE Program #20-1124238 1.0 Hours RACE-Approved Credits

    • This lecture will provide an overview of the scientific research on chicken cognition, including but not limited to abilities such as self-control, mathematical reasoning, empathy, social learning, and Machiavellian intelligence. Implications for chicken welfare given current agricultural practices will be discussed.

    LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

    • - Gain a better understanding of the cognitive complexity of chickens - Learn some examples of how non-invasive experiments can be used to study the internal states of animals - Learn about standard agricultural practices in the egg and poultry industries - Understand why current agricultural practices fail to meet the basic welfare needs of chickens.

    • 60 min lecture time