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All Posts Tagged With: "breeding"

My Life as a Turkey: The Making of a Turkey

The long and complicated history of breeding a new kind of bird: the domesticated turkey.

Nov 16th, 2011 | 10 comments

My Life as a Turkey: Production Credits




Oct 11th, 2011 | 0 comments

Dogs That Changed the World: Photo Essay: Hard-Wired Behaviors

The behavior of dogs is shaped in part by instinct that is selectively bred. View photos of popular dog breeds and learn about their hard-wired behaviors.

Oct 10th, 2011 | 29 comments

Dogs That Changed the World: Video: Speedy Saluki

For 6,000 years, the Bedouin have bred Saluki from only the quickest dogs with the best eyesight.

Oct 6th, 2011 | 44 comments

Dogs That Changed the World: Selective Breeding Problems

The selective breeding that created the hundreds of modern dog breeds has put purebred dogs at risk for a large number of health problems, affecting both body and behavior.

Sep 16th, 2010 | 169 comments

Dogs That Changed the World: Video: Hard-Wired?

Genetics and brain physiology can affect a dog's personality and behavior.

Sep 9th, 2010 | 13 comments

Video-Enhanced Lesson

Exploring the Natural World of the Balkan Peninsula: Lesson Overview

In this lesson, students will use segments from Nature: Wild Balkans to explore the roles and interrelationships of organisms in the varied environments of the Balkan Peninsula.

Jun 30th, 2010 | 2 comments

Exploring the Natural World of the Balkan Peninsula: Video Segments

These video segments from Nature: Wild Balkans are designed for classroom use for students to explore the roles and interrelationships of organisms in the varied environments of the Balkan Peninsula.

Jun 30th, 2010 | 2 comments

Extraordinary Cats: Fancy Felines

Cat breeding has become a multi-billion dollar business around the world, with breeders constantly competing to create exotic new varieties that might win the blue ribbon at the next pet show.

Oct 29th, 2008 | 3 comments

The Perfect Cow?: Video Segments: Holy Cow!

Clips from the NATURE episode "Holy Cow!" show the cow's digestive system and illustrate other naturally evolved and artificially selected traits of cattle.

Jul 15th, 2008 | 6 comments
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