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Bayard

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4. Very interesting

Reply to mahatmakanejeeves (Original post)

Sat Apr 5, 2025, 11:43 AM

Apr 5

I'm assuming this progression developed as a need to run away from predators. It shows their trust in humans to not follow instinct and allow us to sit on their backs. That is where a predator would jump on them.

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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

That's a fascinating read. There have been several recent articles on the domestication of horses erronis Apr 4 #2

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

Very interesting Bayard Apr 5 #4