Domestication
Which animal was the earliest to be domesticated?
Goats
Definition of Species
Group of closely related animals that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring
Wild Animal
Exists without human intervention of any type (feeding, breeding selection, shelter, etc.)
Bovine
What do animals get in return for being domesticated?
Protection and food
Definition of Breed
Animals of common origin with characteristics that distinguish them from other groups with the same species
Tame Wild Animal
A wild animal that has adapted behaviorally to be useful to humans.
What is the proper nomenclature for European cattle and Indian cattle?
Bos taurus & Bos indicus
Domestication allowed humans to:
Contain animals with the right temperament
Have a steady food supply
use animals for companionship, religious purpose and draft work
Definition of Type
Animals of the same species that are grouped together based on the products they produce.
Feral Animal
A previously domestic animal that returned to the wild
Sheep
Ovine
Animals are considered to be domesticated when:
they are kept for a distinct purpose.
humans control their breeding.
their survival depends on humans.
they develop traits that are not found in the wild
Name the 3 different types of chickens
Layers
Meat
Ornamental
Animal Production
Producing animals for food
Young female horse
Filly
List the 5 functions of animal domestication
1.Food
2.Clothes
3.Power
4.Recreation & Companionship
5. Service
Name the 5 types of livestock:
1. Meat
2. Dairy
3. Dual Purpose
4. Ornamental
5. Performance
Animal science definition
Involves BREEDING, feeding, care and MANAGEMENT of animals; MARKETING and PROCESSING of animals and their PRODUCTS based on knowledge gained through practical EXPERIENCE and RESEARCH.
Castrated Male Pig
Barrow