Scientists Urge Ban on Boiling Crabs Alive Due to Pain Sensitivity

A recent study led by the University of Gothenburg suggests that crabs and potentially other crustaceans like lobsters can feel pain, prompting calls for more humane methods of killing these animals. The research, which recorded increased brain activity in crabs when exposed to harmful stimuli, indicates a need to reconsider current practices in the seafood industry. As crustaceans play crucial ecological and economic roles, the study advocates for better regulations and consumer support for humane treatment to prevent unnecessary suffering.