Domestication Et Naturalisation Des Animaux Utiles: Rapport G?n?ral ? M. Le Ministre De L'agriculture

Domestication Et Naturalisation Des Animaux Utiles: Rapport Général Adressé Sur Sa Demande À M. Le Ministre De L'agriculture by Isidore Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire. This French nineteenth-century tract collects a practical report on the domestication and naturalization of useful animals, combining descriptive natural history with actionable recommendations. It presents the state of the question, inventories of domesticated and potential exotic species, and a program for establishing haras de naturalisation in southern France and near Paris. The text argues for an applied science that links zoology, agriculture, and industry, reviews historical views from Buffon to Neufchâteau, critiques earlier temperamental attempts, and outlines synoptic tables classifying animals by climate, utility, and stage of domestication. It includes detailed notes on llama, alpaca, vicuña, yak, dromedary, tapir, and other species, as well as additions on the acquisition and acclimatization of animals from overseas, and discussions of administrative measures. The work reflects the century-long shift from mere description to practical application in service of national well-being.