The impact of Directive 2010/63/EU on cephalopod research

Cristina, Giulia Di; Andrews, Paul; Ponte, Giovanna; Galligioni, Viola; Fiorito, Graziano

doi:10.1007/s10158-015-0183-y

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“…In the last decade, cephalopod welfare has gained much attention. This is due, in large part, to their addition to the list of animals regulated for use in scientific procedures within the European Union ( European Parliament and Council of the European Union, 2010 ; Andrews et al, 2013 ; Smith et al, 2013 ; Di Cristina et al, 2015 ). Directive 2010/63/EU stipulates that all surgical and investigative procedures applied to vertebrates and now also cephalopods for research purposes should be carried out in such a way as to minimize pain, suffering, distress and lasting harm (PSDLH).…”

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“…As the study of cephalopod neurobiology progresses, it is critical to make every effort to avoid unnecessary pain, suffering, distress and lasting harm (PSDLH) to the animals. This will be greatly facilitated by determining whether or not cephalopods are capable of experiencing pain and suffering, and to validate our standards of anesthesia for this taxon, investigations that are only just beginning ( Crook et al, 2013 ; Alupay et al, 2014 ; Di Cristina et al, 2015 ; Butler-Struben et al, 2018 ). Such work is especially important given recent legislative changes (see above) and our growing knowledge of their sensory and cognitive sophistication.…”

Section: Cephalopodan Innovations; Behavioral Plasticity Advanced Comentioning

confidence: 99%

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The Current State of Cephalopod Science and Perspectives on the Most Critical Challenges Ahead From Three Early-Career Researchers

2018

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Here, three researchers who have recently embarked on careers in cephalopod biology discuss the current state of the field and offer their hopes for the future. Seven major topics are explored: genetics, aquaculture, climate change, welfare, behavior, cognition, and neurobiology. Recent developments in each of these fields are reviewed and the potential of emerging technologies to address specific gaps in knowledge about cephalopods are discussed. Throughout, the authors highlight specific challenges that merit particular focus in the near-term. This review and prospectus is also intended to suggest some concrete near-term goals to cephalopod researchers and inspire those working outside the field to consider the revelatory potential of these remarkable creatures.

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Section: Cephalopodan Innovations; Behavioral Plasticity Advanced Comentioning

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The Current State of Cephalopod Science and Perspectives on the Most Critical Challenges Ahead From Three Early-Career Researchers

2018

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“…Since 2013, cephalopods used in experimentation are protected in the European Union through the application of Directive 2010/63/EU (EU 2010). The application of this law generated an impact in research and aquaculture (Sykes et al 2012;Ponte et al 2013;Smith et al 2013;Fiorito et al 2014;Di Cristina et al 2015). Unfortunately, at time of publication (2010) and until the end of 2017, the Directive omitted important information regarding the housing and husbandry conditions of this class.…”

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Aquarium Maintenance Related Diseases

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Handbook of Pathogens and Diseases in Cephalopods

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This chapter reviews the mechanical (physical) and chemical (water quality) related pathologies that have been reported since cephalopods are maintained, reared or cultured in captivity. For the first time, it builds up on the existing knowledge from researchers and aquarists (which are represented as authors of the chapter) in order to provide the most updated and inclusive revision on this theme. It is organized in terms of pathologies that are reported and eventual described for one or more species, which are commonly kept for research and display purposes, and exemplified with photos when possible. It includes pathologies of the mantle, arms, eyes, shell; egg infections, malformations of the shell and eggs; and causes of disease or mortality related with water quality focusing on pH and trace elements.

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“…Such European Policies and Directives have implications for cephalopods in scientific research, aquaculture or public display, and relevance for fisheries and ecology, i.e., Directive 2010/63/EU, EU Common Fisheries Policy, Marine Strategy Framework Directive, the revision of IUCN Red List (review in: ICES, 2014; Di Cristina et al, 2015; Xavier et al, 2015). …”

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The Digestive Tract of Cephalopods: Toward Non-invasive In vivo Monitoring of Its Physiology

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Ensuring the health and welfare of animals in research is paramount, and the normal functioning of the digestive tract is essential for both. Here we critically assess non- or minimally-invasive techniques which may be used to assess a cephalopod's digestive tract functionality to inform health monitoring. We focus on: (i) predatory response as an indication of appetitive drive; (ii) body weight assessment and interpretation of deviations (e.g., digestive gland weight loss is disproportionate to body weight loss in starvation); (iii) oro-anal transit time requiring novel, standardized techniques to facilitate comparative studies of species and diets; (iv) defecation frequency and analysis of fecal color (diet dependent) and composition (parasites, biomarkers, and cytology); (v) digestive tract endoscopy, but passage of the esophagus through the brain is a technical challenge; (vi) high resolution ultrasound that offers the possibility of imaging the morphology of the digestive tract (e.g., food distribution, indigestible residues, obstruction) and recording contractile activity; (vii) needle biopsy (with ultrasound guidance) as a technique for investigating digestive gland biochemistry and pathology without the death of the animal. These techniques will inform the development of physiologically based assessments of health and the impact of experimental procedures. Although intended for use in the laboratory they are equally applicable to cephalopods in public display and aquaculture.

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The impact of Directive 2010/63/EU on cephalopod research

Cited by 15 publications

References 57 publications

The Current State of Cephalopod Science and Perspectives on the Most Critical Challenges Ahead From Three Early-Career Researchers

The Current State of Cephalopod Science and Perspectives on the Most Critical Challenges Ahead From Three Early-Career Researchers

Aquarium Maintenance Related Diseases

The Digestive Tract of Cephalopods: Toward Non-invasive In vivo Monitoring of Its Physiology

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