Ancient DNA is revealing the origins of livestock herding in Africa
(PHYSorg.com Archaeology & Fossils)

Visitors to East Africa are often amazed by massive herds of cattle with a gorgeous array of horn, hump and coat patterns. Pastoralism-a way of life centered around herding-is a central part of many Africans` identity. It`s also a key economic strategy that is now threatened by climate change, rising demands for meat, urban sprawl and land conflicts.