Old World livestock refers to domesticated animals, such as horses, cows, pigs, and sheep, that were originally from Europe, Asia, and Africa. These animals were brought by Europeans to the New World during the Age of Exploration.
Related terms
Columbian Exchange: The Columbian Exchange is the widespread transfer of plants, animals, culture, human populations, technology, and ideas between the Americas and Afro-Eurasia following Christopher Columbus's 1492 voyage. It played a significant role in shaping the modern world.
Transatlantic Trade: The transatlantic trade was a system of trade routes connecting Europe with Africa and the Americas. It involved the exchange of goods including slaves, raw materials (such as sugar and tobacco), manufactured products (such as textiles), and livestock.
Domestication: Domestication refers to the process by which humans selectively breed wild plants or animals for desirable traits over generations. This process transforms wild species into more useful or beneficial forms for human purposes.