Synopses & Reviews
This book synthesizes existing knowledge of the process of domestication and how domestication has affected the behavior of captive wild and domesticated animals, including both farm, zoo and companion animals. Three broad themes are addressed: Genetic contributions to the process of domestication; experimental contributions to the process of domestication; and the process of feralization (i.e. the adaptation of domesticated animals when returned to their natural habitat). Written by a world authority on the subject, this book makes a highly original contribution to the literature.
Synopsis
Includes bibliographical references (p. 230-282) and indexes.
Table of Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Part I: General Aspects
1. Why Study Domestication?
2. Domestication Defined
3. Approaches to the Study of Domestication
4. Pre-adaptations for Domestication
Part II: Genetic Mechanisms Influencing Domestication
5. Inbreeding
6. Genetic Drift
7. Artificial Selection
8. Natural Selection in Captivity
9. Relaxation of Natural Selection
Part III: Variation Under Domestication
10. Genetic Variability and Behavior
11. Morphological and Physiological Traits
Part IV: Adaptation to the Biological Environment
12. Feeding and Drinking
13. Predation, Infectious Diseases and Parasites
14. Interactions with Humans
15. Social Environment
Part V: Adaptation to the Physical Environment
16. Climate and Shelter
17. Use of Space
Part VI: Behavioral Development, Feralization and Animal Welfare
18. Behavioral Development in Captive Animals
19. Reintroductions and Feralization
20. Welfare and Ethics
References
Index