Junglefowl (aka wild chickens) are wisely fearful of humans. Researchers from Link"oping University were able to catch some junglefowl and selectively breed the ones who showed the least fear of humans. After 10 generations, "the offspring acquired smaller brains and found it easier to become accustomed to frightening but non-hazardous events." "We believe that the ability [&]

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