Wildlife, Science, and Ethical Boundaries

This chapter examines the complexities of wildlife conservation in Texas, emphasizing the captivity of tigers and the balance between human care and natural behaviors. The conversation transitions to the challenges faced in scientific research, particularly the restrictive academic structures that stifle innovation and creativity, while also critiquing the interplay of ideology and funding in contemporary science. Additionally, the chapter explores the ethics of genetic engineering, specifically concerning the revival of extinct species like the dire wolf, and the philosophical debates surrounding species classification and modification.