[email protected], @birchlse.bsky.social, and I have a new piece on animal consciousness at @science.org! We explain how this topic can be studied scientifically, and why current evidence supports a realistic possibility of consciousness in all vertebrates and many invertebrates.
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Here, that non-human animals and animals are SIMILAR in abilities, until there is surmountable proof otherwise.
But for this one domain, the burden of proof is on those arguing FOR animal abilities, emotions etc.
I've been making this point to whoever will listen. But I should have put pen to paper!
Great to see this argument made. Looking forward to seeing the field's reaction.