The woolly mammoth, a species that went extinct 3,700 years ago, could make a comeback thanks to the efforts of Colossal Biosciences. This company has been working tirelessly to bring back these iconic creatures by extracting their genome from their closest living relative, the Asian elephant.
While the concept of “de-extincting” a species may seem like something out of Jurassic Park, the scientific process is more complex than simply cloning the mammoths from genetic remains. By leveraging the genetic similarities between the mammoths and Asian elephants, Colossal Biosciences aims to recreate these magnificent animals.
With recent advancements in genetic studies, the possibility of bringing back the mammoths is one step closer to reality. The company plans to have mammoths roaming the Earth once again by 2028, providing an opportunity to learn more about cloning and genetics in the process.
As the project progresses, the scientific community eagerly anticipates the return of the mammoths and the potential implications for other extinct species. With four years left until the targeted revival date, there is still much work to be done. However, if successful, this groundbreaking achievement could pave the way for the resurrection of other extinct species as well.
Stay tuned as Colossal Biosciences continues to make strides towards bringing back the woolly mammoths and potentially changing the course of genetic and cloning research for years to come.