Tag: domestication
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Dog Breeds Through Time: From Ancient Origins to Modern Diversity
Introduction: The long arc of canine diversity Dogs are among the most varied species on Earth, showcasing a remarkable range of sizes, shapes, and temperaments. While many popular dog breeds trace their distinct lines to the 19th-century Victorian era, new research is painting a richer, longer timeline for when and how breeds began to diversify.…
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Why Do We Eat Chicken? The Practical Poultry Choice Explained
Why Chicken Became the Go-To Poultry Chickens are the default birds on many farms and in countless kitchens around the world. But why did chickens, rather than seagulls, swans, or other birds, become the primary source of poultry meat and eggs? The short answer is a combination of history, biology, economics, and culture that collectively…