Domestic mammals are an essential part of everyday life across the planet. Some provide food, fibre, transport, manure, income, and support for rural livelihoods. Others offer companionship, security, assistance, and emotional wellbeing. Together, they illustrate the close relationship humans have built with animals over thousands of years.When people ask which domestic mammals are the most widespread, there are two useful ways to answer. One is by looking at global animal populations, especiall [...]
