but hunting strategy would become
> much more complex ( ask any falconer).  Behavioral modifications were
> necessary for humans to deal with these and ensure their survival.  These
> behaviors would have to be passed down from generation to generation
through
> liturgy and ritual as they are not inherently contained in our DNA.  This
> was done by means of totemic religion.

could you extend on that ?  what change of behavior you are refering to ?
it is a very interesting question for me why instinctive behavior was not
satisfying any more and a need for out side rules , morale etc came to be .
>
> As other species were neotinized ( domesticated ) other forms of religion
> developed to deal with the unique problems associated with each species.

what religion associated with what species ?

> Thus if you draw a map of the historical range of the world's various
> religions and one for major crop species - you get the same map.


 jean-claude