How did Mesoamerican and Mesopotamian farmers differ in their domestication of animals during the Neolithic Revolution?

Mesoamerican and Mesopotamian farmers differed significantly in their domestication of animals during the Neolithic Revolution primarily due to their environmental contexts and agricultural practices. Mesopotamians domesticated a variety of animals, including sheep, goats, and cattle, which provided them with labor, food, and materials like wool. In contrast, Mesoamerican farmers focused more on crop cultivation, particularly maize, beans, and squash, and domesticated fewer animals, primarily the turkey and dogs, which played more limited roles in their agricultural systems. This reflects broader differences in agricultural strategies and the ecological resources available in each region.