Posted By BeWithUS
Published May 20, 2024 11:24 PM IST
Domesticated around 9,500 years ago, cats are among the first animals to come into human contact. They were likely attracted to human settlements due to the abundance of rodents.
As the earliest domesticated animals, dogs were tamed from wolves over 15,000 years ago. They provided companionship, hunting assistance, and protection.
Cattle were domesticated around 10,500 years ago for milk, meat, and labor. They have been essential for agriculture and transportation in human history.
Domesticated about 11,000 years ago, sheep were among the first livestock animals raised for wool, meat, and milk.
Goats were domesticated over 10,000 years ago, providing milk, meat, and hides. Their adaptability made them valuable in various environments.
Pigs were domesticated around 9,000 years ago. They were initially attracted to human settlements by the availability of food waste.
Chickens were domesticated from wild jungle fowl in Southeast Asia around 8,000 years ago for meat and eggs.
Domesticated around 5,500 years ago, horses revolutionized transportation, agriculture, and warfare, significantly impacting human societies.
Domesticated about 3,000 years ago, camels became vital for transportation and trade in arid regions due to their ability to carry heavy loads over long distances without water.
While not traditionally domesticated, humans have practiced beekeeping for thousands of years to harvest honey and beeswax. This close interaction has significantly influenced agricultural practices.