2012Canadian Journal of Applied SciencesOpen access

THE DOMESTICATED DONKEY:II -TYPES AND BREEDS

Saim Boztepe, Orhan Yilmaz

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In this study many types and breeds were revised including wild donkeys and domestic breeds from various countries of the world.The donkey, or ass, is the smallest species in the family Equidae. Itis known for its exceptionally long ears. The word ‘donkey' refers to the domesticated Equus asinus. The wild ancestor of donkey is equally deemed to be Equus asinus, the African Wild Ass.

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In this study many types and breeds were revised including wild donkeys and domestic breeds from various countries of the world.The donkey, or ass, is the smallest species in the family Equidae. Itis known for its exceptionally long ears. The word ‘donkey' refers to the domesticated Equus asinus. The wild ancestor of donkey is equally deemed to be Equus asinus, the African Wild Ass.

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In this study many types and breeds were revised including wild donkeys and domestic breeds from various countries of the world.The donkey, or ass, is the smallest species in the family Equidae. Itis known for its exceptionally long ears. The word ‘donkey' refers to the domesticated Equus asinus. The wild ancestor of donkey is equally deemed to be Equus asinus, the African Wild Ass.

Key concepts: Donkey, Equus asinus, Equidae, Domestication, Equus, Veterinary medicine, Biology, Zoology

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