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Colossal Biosciences claims to be working on reviving extinct species like dodos and mammoths, but according to this analysis, they are not close to achieving this goal. The article expresses skepticism about the company's claims and timeline for de-extinction technology.

Colossal Biosciences announced the development of a synthetic egg device that successfully hatched 24 chicks, marking progress toward the company's goal of resurrecting extinct species like dodos and moas. The technology uses ex-vitro reproduction to mature fertilized eggs in a controlled lab environment rather than relying on individual surrogates. The company plans to share the technology with conservationists and research labs, though the process has not yet been peer reviewed.

Colossal Biosciences, a Texas company, is working to revive extinct species by creating artificial eggs, which could potentially bring back birds like the dodo. The company's efforts involve creating necessary components for revival, such as artificial eggs. This breakthrough has potential implications for species revival.

Colossal Biosciences aims to de-extinct the bluebuck, a South African antelope extinct since the 18th century, as part of its sixth de-extinction project. The company claims to have mapped bluebuck DNA and is in the final genomic editing phase, targeting a 2028 birth via surrogate. Critics question the ecological risks and authenticity of past projects like dire wolves.