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Saving the Last Truly Wild Horse
Jul 10, 2024
Scientific American associate news editor Allison Parshall discusses the resurgence of the truly wild Przewalski's horse, once considered extinct, with successful conservation efforts. Topics include the unique features of the breed, recent online trends, cloning, and reintroduction efforts in Kazakhstan.
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- Przewalski's horses have unique genetic diversity, including being cloned for conservation efforts.
- Conservation efforts successfully reintroduced Przewalski's horses to their native habitats, benefiting ecosystems and biodiversity.
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The Unique Przewalski's Horse
Przewalski's horses are distinct from domesticated horses with different behavior and appearance. Descended from a small gene pool, efforts to preserve genetic diversity included cloning them. Despite having unique features like a thick mane and distinct neck, their behavior reflects their wild nature being uncomfortable around humans even when raised in captivity.
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