Phrases with «domestication syndrome»

The phrase "domestication syndrome" refers to the process by which wild animals gradually change in appearance and behavior when they are bred and raised in captivity or with humans. This change leads to characteristics like larger eyes, floppy ears, and a less aggressive nature compared to their wild counterparts. Overall, it describes the transformations that occur in animals as they become domesticated over time. Full definition

domestication syndrome

Sentences with «domestication syndrome»

But scientists didn't have a unifying explanation for why the physical traits of domestication syndrome were linked to tameness until three years ago. (sciencenews.org)
One central developmental change — in a temporary clump of cells called the neural crest — may be behind the suite of characteristics known as domestication syndrome. (sciencenews.org)
It's that deficit that results in domestication syndrome. (discovermagazine.com)
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Phrases with «domestication syndrome»

Sentences with «domestication syndrome»

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