‘Tasmanian Tiger is back from the dead’: Are we opening the door to a real Jurassic Park?
Produced by: Manoj Kumar
1. Tiger Revival
Scientists are on the brink of reviving the Tasmanian tiger, almost a century after it went extinct. Using groundbreaking DNA technology, they hope to reintroduce this apex predator back into the wild, sparking a wave of curiosity and concern.
2. DNA Breakthrough
Colossal Biosciences is using advanced DNA sequencing and Tasmanian tiger fossils to piece together its genetic code. This technology aims to recreate the species, offering a glimpse into the future of de-extinction science.
3. Ecosystem Savior?
Scientists argue that bringing back the Tasmanian tiger could stabilize Tasmania’s ecosystem. They believe its role as a predator could have prevented the spread of diseases like the facial tumor disease affecting the Tasmanian devil population.
4. Jurassic Fear
Many wonder if reviving the Tasmanian tiger could lead to a real-life Jurassic Park scenario. Could this resurrected predator wreak havoc on the ecosystem, or is it a harmless effort to restore balance in nature?
5. Ethical Dilemma
Not all scientists are on board with the idea. Some fear that reviving extinct species could have unintended consequences, like competition with existing wildlife or failure to adapt to modern environments.
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6. Gene Editing
The thylacine’s genetic code is being compared to that of the fat-tailed dunnart, a living marsupial. Through gene editing, scientists are tweaking the DNA to create a thylacine-like creature that could roam Tasmania again.
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7. Next in Line
Beyond the Tasmanian tiger, scientists are eyeing other extinct species for revival. The dodo, extinct since 1693, and the woolly mammoth, gone for millennia, could be next in line to make a comeback.
8. Wild Release
The challenge isn’t just in recreating the Tasmanian tiger but successfully reintroducing it into the wild. Without living ancestors to teach survival skills, would the resurrected tiger adapt, or would human intervention be required?
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9. Future Threats
The possibility of de-extinction raises questions about what animals we could—and should—bring back. Could we unintentionally upset natural ecosystems or even create dangerous predators from the past?
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