Colossal Biosciences have introduced a new kind of wolf to the world, but had you been alive over 12,500 years ago you might’ve seen a similarly enormous predator stalking across the Americas. They have functionally de-extincted the dire wolf by genetically modifying a gray wolf, giving life to three puppies that share some of the traits of these ancient animals, including giant heads, incredible musculature, and big white shaggy coats. | IFLScience

12K views · 106 reactions | Scientists in China have successfully cloned an Arctic wolf, in what’s seen as a world’s first. The scientific breakthrough offers a new way to save species from extinction, while also bringing back other species that already died off. #china #science #cloning #arcticwolf #animals #extinction #scmpnews #scmp | South China Morning Post | Facebook