science Phys Org 2026-09-24

Introduced Livestock Linked to Ancient Madagascar Herbivore Decline

Ancient DNA and archaeological evidence suggest the introduction of cattle and goats 1,200 years ago contributed to habitat loss for native Malagasy megafauna.

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