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The startup that cried dire wolf

Today, Explained

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This chapter examines the historical background of dire wolves and their extinction around 14,000 years ago, pondering the impact of environmental changes and human activity. It also analyzes modern efforts to resurrect these creatures, questioning the ethics and motivations behind de-extinction initiatives.

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