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HIDDEN's Fifth Anniversary

To mark the fifth anniversary of HIDDEN: Animals in the Anthropocene, we’re reflecting on the book’s impact and what has changed for animals since its publication.

Since November 2020, HIDDEN has garnered global recognition for its poignant depiction of animal lives. Explore the key highlights.

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Rats Solve Puzzles and Mice Recognize Us: A Rare Glimpse into Life for Animals in Labs

Rats Solve Puzzles and Mice Recognize Us: A Rare Glimpse into Life for Animals in Labs

Recently, Jo-Anne McArthur went on assignment with Te Protejo, an NGO working to end animal research and testing in Latin America. During the assignment, she was welcomed to a breeding facility of a research lab and got a glimpse of what’s considered modern progress in lab animal housing.
After the Rescue: Czechia’s Vets Helping Farmed Animals

After the Rescue: Czechia’s Vets Helping Farmed Animals

For many animals rescued from farms, happily ever after isn’t instant. Often, years of poor living conditions, intensive breeding, and neglect have led to complex health issues that require special care. We Animals photojournalist Lukas Vincour visited veterinary clinics throughout the Czech Republic to document the meticulous medical attention given to rescued farmed animals.
Studio Gauthier: Where Gastronomy Meets Advocacy

Studio Gauthier: Where Gastronomy Meets Advocacy

In the heart of London, Chef Alexis Gauthier delivers a unique vegan fine dining experience. Opened in 2023, Studio Gauthier is a restaurant where French-inspired gastronomy meets plant-based innovation. The intimate space he’s created redefines the limits of vegan cuisine and makes a strong statement for animal advocacy.
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Featured Stock Galleries

Visit our stock site to explore the latest content in our growing collection of 40,000+ high-quality visuals of animal issues around the globe.

Freshwater Fishing & Hatcheries in Czechia

We Animals photojournalist Lukas Vincour documented Czechia's autumn pond harvests and Christmas carp tradition. Explore these visuals.

Animal Farming in Brazil

In collaboration with World Animal Protection Brazil, We Animals photojournalist Vincenzo Ricci documented the hidden side of Brazil’s livestock industry. Explore these visuals.

Farmed Animals in Central Asia

We Animals Fellow, Bogna Wiltowska bore witness to the lives of farmed animals in a region where industrial agriculture is beginning to take hold. Explore visuals from Bogna's Fellowship project.

The Global Egg Industry

In collaboration with The Open Wing Alliance and Reporters for Animals, We Animals has released the largest-ever investigation into industrialized egg farms. Explore visuals.

News and Updates

Long Shadow: A Project by We Animals Fellow Selene Magnolia Gatti

Long Shadow: A Project by We Animals Fellow Selene Magnolia Gatti

Introducing the We Animals Brand Evolution

Introducing the We Animals Brand Evolution

We Animals Surpasses 100,000 Visual Downloads

We Animals Surpasses 100,000 Visual Downloads

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