Animal Quote by Jared Diamond
“Thousands of years ago, humans domesticated every possible large wild mammal species fulfilling all those criteria and worth domesticating, with the result that there have been no valuable additions of domestic animals in recent times, despite the efforts of modern science.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Guns, Germs, and Steel, 1997
Human societies have domesticated most large mammals, leaving few valuable new domestic species despite modern scientific efforts.
In simple terms: Most large mammals already domesticated; new domestication rare.
Key Takeaway
Focus on improving existing livestock.
Themes
history
animal domestication
science
technology
innovation
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
explanatory
educational
When to use this quote
- farm management
- conservation
- biotech research
- food security
Key Concepts
evolution
resource management
genetics
agriculture
Questions to Reflect On
- Why have recent attempts failed?
- What alternatives exist for improving food sources?
A Different Perspective
New domestication may be limited by biology and economics.
