Mar 1, 2024
Hybrid animals are born as a result of breeding between individuals of different species or subspecies. Although some crossbreeds may occur naturally, they can also be brought into existence through breeding in captivity. Here are 5 animal hybrids that have been created through human intervention.
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A cross between a male lion and a female tiger is known as liger. This zoo-bred hybrid is larger than all other big cats in the world.
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When a male tiger mates with a female lion, the resulting hybrid is called a tigon. However, unlike ligers, which are larger than their parents, tigons are smaller in size.
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A beefalo is a hybrid between a domestic cattle, usually a cow, and an American bison, which is also known as buffalo. The animal was created to endure harsh winters and preserve the bison.
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The genes of a zebra stallion and a horse mare combine to create a zorse. This hybrid equine was bred to produce a domestic horse-like animal with greater immunity to diseases.
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A cama is the hybrid offspring of a camel and a llama. Camas, bred in captivity in Dubai, are usually produced for fur farming.
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