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Is it time for insect researchers to consider their subjects’ welfare? (journals.plos.org)
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[–] fossilesque@mander.xyz 3 points 2 years ago

https://www.newscientist.com/article/2226093-recordings-reveal-that-plants-make-ultrasonic-squeals-when-stressed/

When I have low spoons and can't bring myself to water my plants, I imagine them screaming and it doesn't help lmao.