GOT fans are going crazy after scientists brought back Dire Wolf after 12500 years of Extinction!

In a groundbreaking scientific achievement, Colossal Biosciences has successfully revived the dire wolf, a species that went extinct approximately 12,500 years ago. Utilizing advanced gene-editing techniques, scientists reconstructed dire wolf DNA from ancient samples—a 13,000-year-old tooth and a 72,000-year-old skull—to create three healthy wolf pups named Romulus, Remus, and Khaleesi. These wolves are being raised in a secure nature preserve and are said to possess the genetic traits of the extinct species. ​

This achievement has garnered significant attention from fans of the television series “Game of Thrones,” in which dire wolves play a prominent role as the loyal companions of the Stark family. The show’s depiction of these majestic creatures has led to a surge in interest and admiration for dire wolves. Notably, the female pup was named Khaleesi, a direct reference to a character from the series, further highlighting the cultural impact of the show on this scientific endeavor. ​

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However, it’s important to note that while these animals exhibit many characteristics of the extinct dire wolves, they are essentially genetically modified gray wolves. No ancient dire wolf DNA was directly spliced into their genome; instead, specific genes were edited to replicate dire wolf traits. This distinction has sparked discussions within the scientific community regarding the classification and authenticity of these animals as true dire wolves. ​