- A company dedicated to reviving extinct species says it has successfully hatched 26 live chicks within a 3D-printed artificial eggshell system.
- Colossal Biosciences aims to develop this technology to genetically modify living birds to resemble extinct species, such as New Zealand's South Island giant moa.
- Independent scientists acknowledge the technological achievement but argue that the system is an artificial eggshell rather than a complete artificial egg, as it lacks other vital components.
- Critics also contend that the concept of reviving extinct creatures is largely unachievable and that producing chicks from artificial vessels is not a new innovation .
- Concerns were raised regarding the post-birth survival of de-extinct animals in modern environments, with some experts suggesting that efforts should instead focus on preserving currently endangered species.
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Live chicks hatched from 3D printed eggshell in breakthrough by de-extinction company
