Can We Domesticate Opossums?

The video explores the concept of domestication, highlighting how humans have selectively bred plants and animals to suit their needs. It discusses the genetic implications of domestication, using examples like maize, cats, and foxes. The video also delves into the potential and ethical considerations of domesticating new species, such as possums, emphasizing the complexity and unintended consequences of artificial selection.

What are the implications of the Siberian silver fox experiment on our understanding of domestication?

What challenges might arise when attempting to domesticate a species like the possum?

How does the concept of self-domestication apply to certain species?

In what ways can domestication be seen as a mutual benefit for both humans and nonhuman animals?