List of domesticated animals

**Group 1: Domesticated Animals Origin and Purpose**
– Domestic Dog:
– Extinct Pleistocene population of the grey wolf (Canis lupus ssp.)
– Origin: Egypt
– Changes from wild ancestor
– Extent in the wild vs. captivity
– Domestication of Pigs:
– Pig domestication has two distinct histories.
– Ancient China has a history of pig domestication.
– The domestic pig’s origin involves independent domestication.
– Wild boar worldwide shows multiple centers of pig domestication.
– Long-term gene flow and selection occurred during domestication.
– Domestication of Cats:
– Cat domestication originated in the Near East.
– The genetic history of cats reveals their origins.
– Domestication of Chickens:
– New evidence supports the domestication of chickens.

**Group 2: Zooarchaeology Classes**
– Pets (dogs, cats, ferrets, hamsters, etc.)
– Livestock (cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, etc.)
– Beasts of burden (horses, camels, donkeys, etc.)

**Group 3: Specific Domesticated Animal Species**
– Other Reptiles:
– Eurasian elk or moose (Alces alces)
– Poison dart frogs (Dendrobatidae spp.)
– Besra (Accipiter virgatus)
– African crested porcupines (Hystrix cristata)
– Mugger crocodile (Crocodylus palustris)
– Other Fish:
– Red-bellied piranha (Pygocentrus nattereri)
– Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus)
– Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar)
– Mexican four-eyed fish (Anableps baerii)
– Long arm octopus (Octopus minor)

**Group 4: Cattle and Other Livestock Farming**
– Cattle Farming:
– The origins of cattle farming in China have been uncovered.
– The Bos species complex experienced introgression during domestication.
– Mithun, an animal of Indian pride, is a notable cattle breed.
– Water buffalo history is detailed in the Animal Production and Health Series.
– Introduced mammals have had a significant influence globally.

**Group 5: Guard Animals and Historical Roles**
– Guard Animals:
– Guard goats have been used for protection.
– Bulls have replaced guard dogs in some locations.
– The role of horses in ancient civilizations has been revealed.
– The use of geese for protection has historical significance.
– The adaptation and domestication of animals have been facilitated by introgression.