How To Tame A Fox by Lee Alan Dugatkin
The Soviet Experiment in Evolutionary Biology
Set against the backdrop of Soviet Russia, this captivating narrative delves into the groundbreaking experiment led by geneticist Dmitry Belyaev and his team, who embarked on a mission to domesticate wild silver foxes. Through meticulous selection and breeding over generations, the project sought to unravel the mysteries of domestication and evolution, revealing astonishing insights into the genetic and behavioral transformations that occur when wild animals are tamed. The story intertwines scientific discovery with the personal challenges faced by the researchers, offering a profound exploration of the intersection between nature and nurture, and the enduring quest to understand the origins of domesticated species.
- Published
- 2017
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 240-256
- Original Language
- English
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