Domestication is the centuries-long process of adapting wild plants and animals for human use through selective breeding. This biological partnership shapes traits like tameness, yield, and resilience, creating dependable food sources, labor, and companionship. Farmers, breeders, and consumers benefit directly, while ecosystems gain managed resources. From staple crops to household pets, domestication underpins agriculture, economies, and daily life, transforming nature into tailored solutions for human needs.
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