Clean and dry snow is stored for the daily water of the nomads. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) The nomadic life on the northernmost Russian tundra of the Nenets people. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) Children of the Nenets ethnic group from a young age followed their father, who worked in taming and breeding semi-wild reindeer across the vast tundra. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) Bogdan Tysia and his brother take care of domesticated wild reindeer. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) From an early age, children of the Nenets ethnic group followed their father and brother in herding and taming reindeer on the northern tundra. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) Reindeer breeding is a long-standing tradition of the Nenets people in the northernmost regions of Russia. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) The small huts are traditional cozy living spaces of the Nenets ethnic family. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) In addition to reindeer meat, fresh frozen fish is a familiar dish of the Nenets nomads. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) Bogdan Tysia – the child master of the northern Russian tundra. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) Reindeer husbandry brings income, food, and daily necessities to the Nenets people. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) The Nenets live nomadic lives in small, easily accessible huts on the northernmost Russian tundra. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) The nomadic life of children of the Nenets ethnic group in the northernmost regions of Russia. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) Breeding semi-wild reindeer is a long-standing tradition of the Nenets people in the northernmost regions of Russia. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) Bogdan Tysia (12 years old) got acquainted with reindeer herding at the age of 5. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) Reindeer (northern deer) are the most valuable asset of the Nenets – one of the largest nomadic peoples on the vast tundra of Russia’s northernmost region. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) Bogdan Tysia is well versed in all reindeer herders. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) The nomadic life of the Nenets people is associated with the reindeer herding season on the vast tundra. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA) Children of the Nenets ethnic group are attached to the nomadic life of the boiled week herder from an early age. (Photo: Tran Hieu/VNA)

Surely many people still remember the heartbreaking story that happened three years ago in Hanoi, when a man saw his adopted brother’s pitbull was chasing and biting a smaller dog, so he shouted loudly. Suddenly, the pitbull pounced on him, knocking him to the ground, biting him, leading to the death of the victim. Pitbull dog bite to death. Photo: TC Some places selling this breed often advertise: The pitbull is known as the lord of the fighting dogs. They are used in combat, possessing toned bodies, muscular muscles, sharp eyes and sharp teeth. Today, pitbull dogs have been tamed and raised as pets in households… On forums about raising dogs and cats, many people suggested that lawmakers should have regulations to completely ban the breeding of some fierce dogs such as pitbull, rottweiler, Brazilian clam, doberman, Tibetan clam, etc. guard as a working dog (dog). However, the group of people who have a hobby of raising fierce dogs believes that the owner must really understand the characteristics of the animal and know how to tame it. Not only pitbull, other dog breeds are often protective of their owners or protect themselves when they feel danger. A raised hand, a loud voice from outsiders… also made them think they were attacked, so they retaliated. In the case in Long An, the owner took the dog out without wearing a muzzle. When he saw another man talking loudly, the dog rushed to knock him down, attacking the victim to death. The dog owner who intervened was also bitten and seriously injured by it. Even we ourselves are fully educated and aware, but when we fall into a negative state, it is not uncommon for people to lack control over their behavior, take wrong actions, and harm their fellow human beings. pay dearly. Dogs, especially fierce dogs with a predatory nature, control their instincts even more. Granted, the owner must train the dog, but how many people understand the temperament of the animal they are raising; How many people are capable of teaching and training fierce dogs at home? Not to mention, no matter how well they are tamed and taught, when they encounter problems or feel threatened, they all appear as wild animals. Currently, there is no law in our country that prohibits the keeping of any kind of dog. However, our country has long had very clear regulations on measures that pet owners must take such as rabies vaccination. When taking a dog to a public place, someone must lead, wear a muzzle for the dog or keep the dog on a leash. Administratively, Decree 04/2020 stipulates a fine of 1-2 million dong for one of the acts of not wearing a muzzle for a dog or not keeping a dog on a leash or having no one to take the dog to a public place. At a more serious level, the dog owner must be criminally responsible according to Article 295 of the Penal Code 2015 (crimes of violating regulations on occupational safety, occupational hygiene and safety in crowded places). Accordingly, in case a dog bites a person to death (as in Long An), the dog owner can be fined from VND 20 million to VND 100 million, subject to non-custodial reform for up to three years or a prison term of 1-5 years. In civil terms, the dog owner must compensate the victim for damage, whether criminal or not because it is a wild animal, a source of extreme danger according to Article 601 of the Civil Code 2015. In the world, there are a number of countries that have banned the breeding of some fierce dogs at regional or national level, including pitbulls. While waiting for the legislators to study to see if there should be a regulation on banning the breeding of aggressive dogs, owners must first strictly comply with the existing regulations. If the owner is always subjective and confident that he has fully understood his pet’s temperament, despite the law, taking the dog out on the street without a muzzle, without a leash, the price to pay will be very expensive. That price is not only for the community but also for the dog owners themselves, as was the heartbreaking case in Long An. Each species is born with unique temperaments, suitable for certain environments. In this heartbreaking story, dogs are not at fault, the fault lies with humans – people who like to breed fierce dogs, not complying with the law.

However, Siamese fish do not become such vivid “works of art” on their own. The color and shape of the fins of this fish are the product of a millennium of breeding. According to Yi-Kai Tea, a PhD student at the University of Sydney who studies the evolution and characteristics of fish species, “Literally, the development process of this fish is almost the same. with the domestication of dogs”. A new study, published in April in BioRxiv, finds that humans began domesticating Siamese fish at least 1,000 years ago through sequencing the species’ genome. During a millennium of careful breeding and crossbreeding, Siamese fish are now extremely diverse in appearance. However, this also means that wild, purebred individuals of this species must undergo major genetic changes. The authors of this study say that by sequencing and conducting genetic studies of the Siamese fish, they can gain a lot of information about how it was domesticated, bred, and genetically modified. The Siamese’s intricate coloration and “matchy” fins are the product of a millennium of carefully selected breeding. Yi-Kai Tea hailed it as “the first major study to help identify the genetic basis of beauty” in this fish. All 73 species of Siamese fish are native to Southeast Asia. But the most common species sold in aquarium stores and markets is the fighting fish. This strain is much more colorful than most other purebred varieties of the Siamese family. “The purebred Siamese will often look very different from the ornamental Siamese,” said Young Mi Kwon, a researcher at Columbia University and lead author of the study. “They have short fins, are somewhat duller in color and lack the prominent fin walking commonly seen in ornamental Siamese breeds.” While domesticated Siamese are usually very aggressive and do not live together, their domesticated individuals have a more peaceful disposition. “This may be because the Siamese aquarium lines were originally domesticated for fighting, like fighting cocks,” Kwon added. Siamese fish has a history of 1,000 years. In the late 19th century, breeders began to focus on creating varieties of ornamental fish, which later became extremely popular in the West. “This history has shaped the ornamental Siamese fish we see today, a truly magnificent fish with a fiery temperament,” commented Kwon. To determine the exact history of the formation of the ornamental Siamese fish we see today, Kwon and his colleagues collected DNA samples from purebred Siamese and house-raised Siamese fish, and then proceeded to analyze them. their genome sequences. “We were surprised by the evolution of the Siamese fish that lasted at least 1,000 years ago, which makes it one of the oldest known fish,” Kwon said. While previous studies have shown that Siamese fish were bred as early as the 13th century, recent discoveries have proven that they began to be bred long before that. The study also highlights why breeders are able to create dozens of different varieties of Siamese by color, from red, yellow and blue, to Siamese with large fins, small fins and even multiple colors per individual. Just imagine the new shape of a Siamese fish, it can completely be created and exist in reality. “Many traits, which breeders are selecting for, are regulated by very few genes that have a great deal of influence,” Kwon said. “This means that it won’t take a lot of cross-breeding to get them to have their own characteristics or traits that you want your fish to have.” The researchers also found that ornamental Siamese fish are genetically distinct from purebred Siamese fish. However, they were surprised to discover that the ornamental Siamese had crossed with purebred fish. This crossbreeding may have been the result of the Siamese being released into the wild, which could potentially undermine efforts to preserve the purebred of this fish. “The ornamental Siamese fish will most likely dominate the natural environment, if they are more suitable to the habitat than the purebred fish,” Kwon emphasized. Many purebred Siamese fish breeds are in danger of extinction and the main cause is habitat loss. By studying in more detail the evolutionary history of this fish, the researchers hope to improve our understanding of how other species are bred and genetically engineered. Although much remains to be learned such as how crossbreeding affects Siamese fish, genetic engineering has resulted in the creation of many splendid Siamese fish of stunning colors and shapes that were previously available. This may never have existed. Sapphire According to the New York Times

Domestic geese are fatter than natural geese because when domesticated, people have chosen large geese, domestic geese can weigh up to 10kg while wild swan geese are only 3.5kg and or gray geese are 4.1kg. Although stout, domestic geese can basically fly. The earliest records of domesticated geese suggest they were raised for fattening and sacrifice, but in Roman times geese were also bred for eggs and bred for specific traits such as calm personalities. or for beautiful, luxurious fur. It was not until 390 BC that geese were raised to become a guardian animal in Roman life. It is said that once at the temple of the goddess Juno, there was a flock of geese, they were considered sacred animals and no one dared to eat them. In 390 BC, Rome was besieged by the Gauls, and late one night, Gaul soldiers sneaked up the Capitoline hill where the temple of the goddess Juno was to surprise Rome. The dogs raised by the inhabitants of Rome were not alarmed because they were easily bribed with fresh meat. With the exception of the geese, they immediately noticed the unusual disturbance and began to call loudly. Thanks to the cry of the geese, the Roman soldiers were awakened and successfully defended their city. Since this event, the geese are considered heroes, sacred animals, and an annual festival is held – dressed in purple and yellow geese costumes and teasing them. Dogs because of “greed for food” forgot their guard duty. Goose has aggressive behavior Aggressive geese – this behavior is related to their size – a large and clumsy bird. Geese are difficult to hide when threatened, so they will display aggressive and aggressive attitudes to avoid danger. Goose tolerates extreme weather well, even when it snows, it still likes to be outside grooming. The ability to protect themselves well plus preferring to be outside rather than indoors, geese are often raised by farmers with flocks of chickens, ducks and geese to protect themselves. Day vision (nearly blind at night) and hearing of geese are extremely sharp, they can sense movements long before humans realize. While most birds do not respond to things they see in favor of humans, geese are the opposite. It emits a loud and aggressive sound – these are ideal sentinel and protective attributes. Geese are also territorial, they know where their home is and protect it. Not many domesticated birds are territorial, and fewer are aggressive in the face of intruders. Goose is more aggressive during mating season or when it is with “wife” and cubs. The male goose will immediately stretch his neck to its full length, turn his head to look at you with one eye and be ready to attack, no matter who the threat is. The goose’s protective behavior for mates and young remains unchanged from that of its wild ancestors. The goose lives with one mate for life and it is very loyal to its owner, not forgetting the people and other animals it lives with. Geese are not affected by food, no matter how good the food is. Therefore, many farmers in the world prefer to keep geese to guard the house and protect other animals than dogs. Vegetarian goose Unlike chickens and ducks, which prefer insects, crickets and protein-rich foods, geese prefer to eat plants, very voracious but all plants. When combining raising geese with suitable plants, they will eat all the weeds around and absolutely do not touch agricultural products. Goose has a good memory, it remembers people, distinguishes who is who by shape, gestures and voice, it also knows which chicken and dog friends are next to him and remembers situations and surroundings. around. So what is unusual, disturbing even small, strangers appear, they will welcome with cries and aggressive attitude. *In 1986, the US military purchased 750 geese from German farmers to protect their military bases. Or in Dumbarton, Scotland, the famous whiskey company Ballantine used geese to guard during 1959 until 2012 when it was replaced with security cameras. These geese are called “Scotch Watch”.

Wild mustangs in the US are of Spanish origin. According to the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH), mustangs are not wild horses because they come from a domesticated population, and therefore, wild mustangs are considered wild. They can be found freely throughout the western United States but are kept and ridden by humans like other horses. According to Horse Canada, a government-run horse website, the Mustang has a muscular body and hard hooves, which makes them suitable for scouting and horseback riding. Equus horses, evolved in North America about 4 million years ago, before spreading to the rest of the world. The last real American wild horses died about 10,000 years ago, possibly due to climate change and human interactions. Characteristics of Mustang Mustangs, like other horses, are usually measured by hand, typically 14 to 15 arm span tall. This is equivalent to 56 inches to 60 inches (140 to 150 cm). They weigh about 360 kg. Mustangs can be available in a variety of colors. Usually, they are reddish brown, or sorrel, chestnut in color. They can also have multiple patches, spots, and stripes. Mustang lives in the grasslands of the western United States and mainly feeds on grasses and palms. The US Land Administration oversees “wild” horse and burro populations, and allows them to run freely on 10.9 million hectares of public land. The range is divided into 10 herd management zones: Colorado, Nevada, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana-Dakotas, New Mexico, Oregon-Washington, Utah and Wyoming. According to Smithsonian Magazine, wild horses also live on the Atlantic coast and on islands such as the Sable Islands, Shackleford and Assateague. Mustangs live in herds. According to the Humane Society, a herd consists of a stallion and about eight females and calves, although separate herds have been known to mix when they are in danger. Each herd is led by a mare or mare and a stallion over 6 years old. In dangerous situations, the dominant mare will lead the herd to a safe place, the stallion staying to fight. Like other mammals, the mare is 11 months pregnant and usually born in April, May or early June. This gives foals time to grow before the cold months of the year. Horses typically live for 25 to 30 years in captivity, although some live up to the age of 40. Horses that live in the wild, like wild populations in public lands in the western United States, generally have a shorter lifespan, although they have been reported to live up to 36 years. There are many types of mustangs? Horses originally introduced by the Spanish into North America bred with other domestic horses for many years and, therefore, Mustangs are often a mix of several different breeds. These breeds include draft horses and purebred horses. Mustangs bred between different populations and some more closely resembled their Hispanic ancestors than others. For example, Oregon Kiger mustangs live in small, isolated herds and their bloodline is largely derived from early Spanish horses. Mustangs are known for their wild nature, but they can be domesticated and rode like other horses. However, this process will take longer if they are obtained directly from the wild – rather than in captivity – and they are not used to being handled by villagers. The number of mustangs declined dramatically in the 20th century due to horses being killed and captured for a variety of reasons, including for human and dog food. America in 1900; According to AMNH, by 1971, the number of mustangs had decreased to 17,300. The Mustang was later secured on public lands, along with burros. The US Congress declared the mustang “a living symbol of the historic spirit and pioneer of the West.” This Act also allows them to be regulated and controlled. The US Land Administration controls mustang and burro counts on public lands. The process is controversial and several wildlife protection groups. Without human intervention, mustang populations can rapidly increase because not many predators, such as wolves, can naturally control them, according to AMNH.

The first Japanese melons of the Mono company in Putrajaya, Malaysia on April 8, 2021. Photo: Reuters

Accordingly, the trio of farmers at Mono Premium Melon in Malaysia have switched to a completely new farming method – regularly massaging freshly beaned melon with cloth or soft gloves and listening to classical music.

This is the “tama-fuki” method, which is said to increase flavor and have a growth-stimulating effect on Japanese greenhouse-grown fruit.

Seh Cheng Siang, director and co-founder of Mono company in Putrajaya city, said: “Every Japanese melon that you see on our farm is like a work of art”.

This famous melon variety has been cultivated by a number of Japanese farmers over the last century in a special way to create melons that are prized for their equal taste and shape. Even in Japan, there are not many places to grow this specialty melon and the quantity is limited so they are only sold in high-end stores as luxury items.

However, after many attempts to cultivate high quality melon, the farmers were faced with the hot and humid tropical climate of Malaysia, a world far from more temperate conditions in Japan. .

The first melons of Mono company in Putrajaya, Malaysia on April 8, 2021. Photo: Reuters

Mr. Seh said: “We have to ensure optimal and accurate stages of nutrition, watering and fertilization, and have tested more than 10 types of melons of the same Japanese family, before when finding the best match ”.

Japanese melon (musk melon) features a perfectly rounded shape, with beautiful white veins emerging. The flesh of the melon is light green, fragrant and has a sugar level of over 14%, spreads evenly over the fruit, including near the stem.

After bringing melon seeds back from Japan, Malaysian farmers went to Japanese farms to learn about Malaysian farming methods and trials. They tried many times wrong to determine and find the optimal nutrient composition for melon plants.

And finally, after overcoming many obstacles, the first batch of 200 selected Mono melons was offered and sold out as soon as it was posted on the online store page.

Accordingly, the first Japanese melons produced in Malaysia were sold for 168 ringgit (40.70 USD) per fruit, about a third of the value of the native Japanese melon.

Elaine Chow, a customer, said: “It was great to know that our farmers were able to grow Japanese melon varieties in Malaysian soil.