Experts Urge Ban on Boiling Crabs Alive After New Findings
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Scientists from the University of Gothenburg have discovered that crabs can feel pain, prompting calls for a ban on boiling them alive. The study used brain scans to show that crabs process pain similarly to humans, suggesting that crustaceans like crabs, lobsters, and shrimp experience pain. Researchers advocate for humane methods such as electro-stunning to kill crabs, as current EU laws do not protect crustaceans from painful deaths. The findings highlight the need for updated animal welfare legislation to include these animals.