Communication is ubiquitous across the tree of life. It’s time we start listening.
Learn about who we are and why we believe listening across species matters.Building Bridges Between Species
Interspecies Internet exists at the intersection of science, technology, ethics, and culture. We're a global network of researchers, innovators, and visionaries working to advance humanity's understanding of interspecies communication and to ensure this emerging field develops with wisdom, care, and respect for all life.
Our story
Founded on the belief that understanding how other species communicate is one of the most profound frontiers of human knowledge, the concept of an Interspecies Internet has emerged from conversations between scientists, technologists, and ethicists who recognised the need for a coordinating body in this nascent field.
As artificial intelligence unlocks new possibilities for decoding animal languages, as conservation challenges grow more urgent, and as our understanding of non-human consciousness deepens, we are called to build the ethical and scientific infrastructure for responsible interspecies communication grounded in reciprocity, humility, and reverence for all life.
What We Do
Our Vision
Accelerate responsible innovation in interspecies communication by:
Connecting researchers with industry applications
Developing shared ethical frameworks and data standards
Building collaborative networks across disciplines
Creating public awareness through storytelling and education
Providing thought leadership and consultancy services
A world where humans recognise and respect intelligence and agency in other species. A future where technology serves understanding and kinship rather than exploitation. A planetary community built on communication across all forms of consciousness.
What Guides
Us
Scientific Rigor: Grounding all work in evidence-based research
Ethical Integrity: Prioritising animal wellbeing
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Bridging sciences, humanities, arts, and Indigenous knowledge
Radical Openness: Sharing knowledge, data, and tools for collective benefit
Cultural Humility: Learning from diverse wisdom traditions about human-animal relationships
Planetary Kinship: Recognising our deep interconnection with all life
Who Are We
Interspecies Internet is powered by a diverse team of scientists, technologists, ethicists, and designers, united by curiosity about non-human minds and commitment to responsible innovation.
How to Get Involved
Researchers: Join our global research network on Slack, give a talk, contribute to ethical frameworks, and connect with collaborators.
Industry: Partner with us to access cutting-edge research, connect with field pioneers, and shape responsible innovation standards.
Public: Support this global network, activate situated knowledge through our Slack community, engage, share and contribute with ideas and novel contributions.
