Evolution, domestication & breed development Flashcards
1
Q
Why was the horse originally domesticated?
A
for meat, milk, hide then pack & draught animals
2
Q
What were the benefits of domestication to the horse?
A
Food, shelter, vet. care, protection = increased chance of survival
3
Q
What were the disadvantages of domestication to the horse?
A
restriction of movement & social interaction
limited breeding
expenditure of energy to benefit other species
4
Q
Why did different breeds of horses develop?
A
form to function =>certain characteristics needed for different kinds of work
5
Q
why did the horse evolve? (from eohippus)
A
changes in environment (vegetation, terrain)
evolution of predators
changes in climate
6
Q
domestication requirements?
A
flexible diet fast growth rate ability to be bred in captivity modifiable social hierarchy tractable disposition
