Abstract
The Biophilia hypothesis is based, among other ideas, on an evolutionary necessity of human contact with nature – including plants and animals. This work aimed at comparing the affinity and ethical commitment with animals among university students. We applied questionnaires to 72 students of Management, 59 of Biological Sciences and 62 of Engineering at the Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife, focusing on their perception about affinity and concern about animal welfare. The sympathy towards animals was similar in different courses, and Mammalia was the favorite taxon in all courses. Students agree that the human-animal interaction is beneficial to men and that animals need company and loving care. Also, they support more severe penalties to those who commit crimes against animals. The affinity and ethical awareness is unaffected by the area of study among target public, which is in accordance with the Biophilia hypothesis.
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