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2. That's a fascinating read. There have been several recent articles on the domestication of horses

Fri Apr 4, 2025, 12:58 PM

Apr 4

Remembering one from the December 2024 Scientific American. I wonder if the breeding wasn't done to increase their stamina.

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The unique genetic change that turned horses into athletic powerhouses [View all] mahatmakanejeeves Apr 4 OP

Horses are amazing creatures UpInArms Apr 4 #1

Horses got nothin' on dromedary camels. :) eppur_se_muova Apr 5 #3

Very interesting Bayard Apr 5 #4