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Colossal Biosciences claims to have resurrected the dire wolf using ancient DNA, cloning, and gene editing on gray wolves. The company has successfully created three pups, which are currently living in a secure, undisclosed location. The science behind this de-extinction project involves piecing together the dire wolfs genetic code and using gene editing techniques like CRISPR to modify gray wolf cells. While some debate the extent to which these creatures can be considered dire wolves, the result is a creature that looks and carries genes of its ancient ancestor. Colossal Biosciences hopes this technology can also help endangered species, but critics question the massive investment and potential risks.

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