Ruthless owners of monkeys are torturing their animals on social media for money and “likes,” a shocking study has found! Recent findings from the Asia for Animals’ Social Media Animal Cruelty Coalition (SMACC) reveal that content creators are physically and mentally abusing macaques to gain popularity on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. This alarming trend has led to more than 12 billion views collectively for these cruel videos, raising urgent concerns about ethical responsibilities in the age of viral content.
The report highlights that a disturbing 12% of the videos analyzed depicted macaques being physically tortured, while 13% showcased deliberate psychological torment. These statistics expose a dark reality behind the seemingly innocent facade of social media, where likes and views often take precedence over animal welfare. The cruelty extended beyond just physical harm; it included emotional trauma inflicted by scare tactics, teasing, and deprivation of food.
As the demand for engaging content grows, the suffering of these animals is escalating. Researchers found that macaques, often used because of their similarities to human babies, endure unimaginable abuse, including sexual exploitation and extreme temperatures in fake bathing videos. The rise of these disturbing practices poses significant ethical dilemmas for social media platforms, questioning their role in allowing such content to proliferate.
What You Will Learn
- The shocking statistics surrounding animal abuse on social media platforms.
- The psychological and physical harm inflicted on macaques for online content.
- The ethical implications of social media's role in promoting cruel practices.
- Calls for action and changes in legislation to protect animals from online abuse.
