Resources from Animals

Animal resources are very vital to the existence of human beings. Animals provide resources which serve as food for growth and development. Some of these resources are:

1. Livestock: These are animals which are reared by farmers, for example, goats, sheep, cows, pigs, poultry, etc. They provide us with meat.

2. Hides and Skin: These are major animal resources used in the leather industry. Hides are derived from the skin of large animals, for example, horses, camels, cattle, buffalo, etc. Skin is obtained from smaller animals like goats and rabbits.

3. Dairy Products: A dairy is a place on a farm where milk is kept. Dairy products are milk products obtained from animal resources such as cows. Milk which is rich in protein is a major ingredient, in the production of cheese, yoghurt, etc, for human consumption.