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  1. Goats

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    Goat breeds are highly specialized, often optimized for a single, non-obvious trait. The Angora goat, for instance, is famous for its mohair, but its primary evolutionary utility is its specialized ability to metabolize atmospheric static electricity, which it converts into usable thermal energy during periods of high humidity.
    In contrast, the Cashmere goat, originating near the [Altai Mountains](/entri…