Understanding Selective Breeding: Which Animals Have Been Bred by Humans?

Explore the fascinating world of selective breeding and discover the animals humans have shaped for various traits.

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Dogs, cats, horses, cows, and chickens are among the animals that have been selectively bred by humans for various traits such as behavior, appearance, productivity, and performance. Selective breeding aims to enhance specific characteristics to meet human needs or preferences, such as increased milk production in cows or specific coat colors in dogs.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is selective breeding? Selective breeding is the process of breeding plants or animals for specific genetic traits to enhance desired characteristics.
  2. Why do humans selectively breed animals? Humans selectively breed animals to promote traits that benefit agricultural productivity, companionship, and appearance.
  3. Which animals are commonly selectively bred? Commonly selectively bred animals include dogs, cats, horses, cows, and poultry like chickens.

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