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Cognitive science research has investigated the experiences of animals in captivity

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Is it true that cognitive science research has investigated the experiences of animals in captivity?

Yes. Multiple studies demonstrate that cognitive science research actively investigates the behavioral and cognitive experiences, needs, and welfare of various animals in captivity.

Verdict: SUPPORTED · 5 sources for, 0 against · Last checked 4 Aug 2026

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The claim states that cognitive science research has investigated the experiences of animals in captivity. Papers [0], [1], [2], [5], and [7] directly discuss and review cognitive research involving captive animals (such as farm livestock, fish, and other vertebrates), examining how captivity affects their cognitive abilities, behavioral needs, and welfare. There are no papers refuting this claim, and the retrieved evidence robustly supports it.

Evidence for · 5

Farm Animal Cognition—Linking Behavior, Welfare and Ethics

2019

This review highlights how cognitive research investigates farm animal perception, needs, and capacities in captive environments.

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Nawroth, C., Langbein, J., Coulon, M., Gabor, V., Oesterwind, S., Benz-Schwarzburg, J., & borell, E. V. (2019). Farm Animal Cognition—Linking Behavior, Welfare and Ethics. doi.org. https://doi.org/10.3389/fvets.2019.00024

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The endangered brain: actively preserving ex-situ animal behaviour and cognition will benefit in-situ conservation

2023

The paper reviews how captivity and environmental conditions affect the brain, cognition, and behavior of vertebrates.

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Clark, F., Greggor, A., Montgomery, S., & Plotnik, J. M. (2023). The endangered brain: actively preserving ex-situ animal behaviour and cognition will benefit in-situ conservation. doi.org. https://doi.org/10.1098/rsos.230707

Rethinking Poultry Welfare—Integrating Behavioral Science and Digital Innovations for Enhanced Animal Well-Being

2025

This study evaluates avian cognition, emotional states, and sensory perception to improve welfare in intensive farming.

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Neethirajan, S. (2025). Rethinking Poultry Welfare—Integrating Behavioral Science and Digital Innovations for Enhanced Animal Well-Being. doi.org. https://doi.org/10.3390/poultry4020020

Differential captivity and experiential conditions and its impact on the behaviour and cognition of Picasso triggerfish (Rhinecanthus aculeatus).

2026

This research compares cognitive and behavioral performance between long-term captive and newly caught fish to understand the impacts of captivity conditions.

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J, C., NAR, J., & C, N. (2026). Differential captivity and experiential conditions and its impact on the behaviour and cognition of Picasso triggerfish (Rhinecanthus aculeatus).. doi.org. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10071-026-02057-1

Animal Cognition and Animal Welfare: A Review

2025

This review examines how cognitive processes and mental capabilities influence farm animal welfare and adaptation to surroundings in captivity.

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Arya, A., Trivedi, M., Patel, Y. G., & Lunagariya, P. (2025). Animal Cognition and Animal Welfare: A Review. doi.org. https://doi.org/10.18805/ag.r-2726

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