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January 2024 PMID 38179075

Humans can identify reward-related call types of chickens.

Nicky McGrath, Clive J C Phillips, Oliver H P Burman, Cathy M Dwyer, Joerg Henning

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Peak: 15 in Jan 2024
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What people are saying

The discussions express strong interest and agreement, with examples such as mentions of 'deciphering chicken emotions' and seeing the study as a way to improve animal welfare. The tone varies from curiosity to cautious approval, reflecting an appreciation for the scientific findings while considering real-world applications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings that humans can interpret chicken calls, indicating general agreement with the research.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high curiosity about the topic, with many referencing the ability to understand chicken emotions and the potential applications.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several discussions delve into details like the methodology and implications, suggesting moderate but not deeply prolonged engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Participants recognize the potential significance of the research for animal welfare and scientific understanding, though some see it as a preliminary step.

Abstract in brief

  • Humans can accurately identify chicken calls made in rewarded versus nonrewarded contexts, with 69% correct classification, and perform slightly better at recognizing reward-related calls.
  • Older participants tend to be less accurate in identifying the context but rate the excitement of reward calls higher, while they also perceive nonreward calls as more positive compared to younger individuals.
  • The study suggests that humans are capable of perceiving emotional signals across different species, and understanding these cues could help improve chicken welfare in farming practices.
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Royal Society Publishing
@RSocPublishing · X

Humans can identify reward-related call types of #chickens. Read the paper: https://t.co/PqguS2z7uK #RSOS https://t.co/MYt1MJMH0Y

Feb 20, 2024 · 5 likes · 38,711 followers View post →
United Poultry Concerns
@upcnews · X

Chickens Talk. Are You Listening? Humans Can Identify Reward-related Call Types of Chickens It has long been established that chickens communicate through body language and vocalizations, which can be diverse and unique. https://t.co/zmG1UFn38t https://t.co/xrI6roWHLu

Jan 19, 2024 · 5 likes · 4 shares · 2,380 followers View post →
fuenfzehner ☮️
@Ruhrpott_44623 · X

Versteht Ihr Euer Huhn? Link zur Studie: https://t.co/HjUMKBMnSx https://t.co/UuzIgmmwjJ

Jan 8, 2024 · 4 likes · 1,603 followers View post →
Royal Society Publishing
@RSocPublishing · X

#RSOS in @Guardian | Humans can identify reward-related call types of chickens: https://t.co/i9H7jCbBce https://t.co/YthzAHKvY9

Jan 24, 2024 · 2 likes · 38,711 followers View post →
Royal Society Publishing
@RSocPublishing · X

#RSOS in @Telegraph | Humans can identify reward-related call types of chickens: https://t.co/CF89YvOQpX https://t.co/MasgtRLTeG

Jan 17, 2024 · 1 like · 38,711 followers View post →
Professor Erwin Loh
@erwinloh · X

Humans can tell by #chickens’ calls if they are happy or frustrated. Scientists played audio recordings of hens to nearly 200 volunteers and found that 69% could tell the difference between birds that were happy and those that were annoyed. https://t.co/1Z6edltS4I https://t.co/BGlS5jhjQ8

Jan 3, 2024 · 1 like · 9,489 followers View post →

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@faunaemfoco · X

McGrath N, Phillips CJC, Burman OHP, Dwyer CM, Henning J. 2024 Humans can identify reward-related call types of chickens. R. Soc. Open Sci. 11. #faunaemfoco #animais #vidaselvagem #animal #veterinária #biologia #zootecnia #selvagens #bio

Mar 19, 2024 · 63 followers View post →
Royal Society Publishing
@RSocPublishing · X

Humans can identify reward-related call types of #chickens. Read the paper: https://t.co/PqguS2z7uK #RSOS https://t.co/MYt1MJMH0Y

Feb 20, 2024 · 5 likes · 38,711 followers View post →
Anke Lange
@Anny10000 · X

RT @upcnews: Chickens Talk. Are You Listening? Humans Can Identify Reward-related Call Types of Chickens It has long been established that…

Feb 16, 2024 · 4 shares · 463 followers View post →
Royal Society Publishing
@RSocPublishing · X

#RSOS in @Guardian | Humans can identify reward-related call types of chickens: https://t.co/i9H7jCbBce https://t.co/YthzAHKvY9

Jan 24, 2024 · 2 likes · 38,711 followers View post →
Andy Lawton
@andlawton · X

@dweia131 @qikipedia https://t.co/lBlwwQwnp9 This seems a confused article...

Jan 22, 2024 · 660 followers View post →
Jennifer
@PigeonFriend · X

RT @upcnews: Chickens Talk. Are You Listening? Humans Can Identify Reward-related Call Types of Chickens It has long been established that…

Jan 19, 2024 · 4 shares · 14,566 followers View post →
R. Brassard Ⓥ
@veganrick · X

RT @upcnews: Chickens Talk. Are You Listening? Humans Can Identify Reward-related Call Types of Chickens It has long been established that…

Jan 19, 2024 · 4 shares · 1,593 followers View post →
LewishamPW
@asbLBL · X

RT @upcnews: Chickens Talk. Are You Listening? Humans Can Identify Reward-related Call Types of Chickens It has long been established that…

Jan 19, 2024 · 4 shares · 1,012 followers View post →
United Poultry Concerns
@upcnews · X

Chickens Talk. Are You Listening? Humans Can Identify Reward-related Call Types of Chickens It has long been established that chickens communicate through body language and vocalizations, which can be diverse and unique. https://t.co/zmG1UFn38t https://t.co/xrI6roWHLu

Jan 19, 2024 · 5 likes · 4 shares · 2,380 followers View post →
Esteban Rivas
@esteban_rivas · X

And the publication itself: https://t.co/0jLCOLnP1e

Jan 19, 2024 · 445 followers View post →
Royal Society Publishing
@RSocPublishing · X

Humans can decipher #chicken emotions from their clucks. Researchers played audio recordings of hens to nearly 200 volunteers and found that 69% could tell the difference between birds that were happy and those that were annoyed. Read more in #RSOS: https://t.co/c1tInhXCWe https://t.co/G3i2QOUHRy

Jan 18, 2024 · 38,711 followers View post →
Royal Society Publishing
@RSocPublishing · X

#RSOS in @Telegraph | Humans can identify reward-related call types of chickens: https://t.co/CF89YvOQpX https://t.co/MasgtRLTeG

Jan 17, 2024 · 1 like · 38,711 followers View post →
דוידסון אונליין
@DavidsonOnline · X

השערת החוקרים היא שיש מכנה משותף לקולות שבעלי חיים משמיעים כשהם מתרגשים, מאוכזבים, או חשים רגש אחר. בעתיד הם מקווים להשתמש בידע שנצבר כדי לשפר את מצבם של בעלי החיים בטבע, במשק ובתעשייה. מאת: מאי שדה למאמר (באנגלית): https://t.co/0nnRjr7HWk

Jan 16, 2024 · 5,482 followers View post →
fuenfzehner ☮️
@Ruhrpott_44623 · X

Versteht Ihr Euer Huhn? Link zur Studie: https://t.co/HjUMKBMnSx https://t.co/UuzIgmmwjJ

Jan 8, 2024 · 4 likes · 1,603 followers View post →
beppedeleonardis
@bedel1945 · X

Secondo uno studio, gli esseri umani sanno come decifrare le emozioni dei polli, il cui chiocciare indica contentezza o frustrazione. Abbastanza per individuare scientificamente il benessere degli animali. RSOScience: https://t.co/Q6tV7R13I6 The Guardian: https://t.co/ldGILHLqFu

Jan 8, 2024 · 1 like · 1,348 followers View post →
Gary Ritchison
@GaryRitchison · X

Humans can identify reward-related call types of chickens https://t.co/pWBJglbkbn

Jan 3, 2024 · 324 followers View post →
Professor Erwin Loh
@erwinloh · X

Humans can tell by #chickens’ calls if they are happy or frustrated. Scientists played audio recordings of hens to nearly 200 volunteers and found that 69% could tell the difference between birds that were happy and those that were annoyed. https://t.co/1Z6edltS4I https://t.co/BGlS5jhjQ8

Jan 3, 2024 · 1 like · 9,489 followers View post →