Subject: Ethology

Existing Soundscapes and the Impact of Noise on the Welfare of Farmed Salmonids: A Review

Kathy Overton, Tim Dempster, Marco A. Vindas, Frode Oppedal, Luke T. Barrett

Published in 2026

Review of the limited number of studies on hearing in wild and farmed salmonids, with recommendations on steps towards ascertaining and mitigating the impact of the acoustic environment on the welfare of farmed salmonids.

Document Types: Scientific review

Keywords: Emotion, Housing, Stress

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Effect of scattering black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens) as litter enrichment on the growth performance, gut development, and active behavior of fast- and slow-growing broilers

Chris Onuoha, Ashraf Alkhtib, Dawn Scholey, Emily J. Burton

Published in 2026

A study showing that spreading insect larvae on the litter as an enrichment strategy stimulates activity in fast-growing chickens without affecting their performance, suggesting benefits for their welfare.

Document Types: Scientific paper

Keywords: Nutrition, Enrichment

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Do windows matter in poultry housing? What welfare and behavior tell us

Tarek Youssef

Published in 2026

Scientific review highlighting that natural light improves behavior and reduces fear in poultry, but that its effects on their health remain unclear.

Document Types: Scientific review

Keywords: Emotion, Enrichment, Well-being indicator, Housing, Health / Medical conditions

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