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Should we bring back extinct animals?

BBC Inside Science

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The Quest for Woolly Mammoths

This chapter explores the groundbreaking efforts to resurrect woolly mammoths through advanced scientific techniques such as genetic engineering and synthetic biology. The discussion between a company CEO and an evolutionary biologist delves into the ethical implications, scientific challenges, and potential ecological impacts of de-extinction projects. It emphasizes the need for careful consideration of current wildlife conservation priorities amidst the allure of bringing back extinct species.

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