Welfare Science

Laboratory Fish Welfare 3Rs

Fish use in laboratory research has increased while welfare standards lag behind mammalian research despite growing pain evidence.

Key Facts

Evidence-based research supports welfare improvements in laboratory fish welfare 3rs
Millions of animals benefit from better welfare science welfare practices
Individual actions and policy change both drive welfare improvements
Science, advocacy, and consumer choice are all important levers for change
Progress is achievable and measurable across this welfare domain

Welfare Considerations

Fish research welfare deserves the same 3Rs rigour as mammalian research.

What You Can Do

Advocate for fish research welfare standards
Support development of in vitro alternatives
Raise awareness of fish research welfare gaps
Support organisations developing fish welfare refinement guidance