Bringing back the ancient Dodo bird is an ethical minefield and 'de-extinction' probably isn't the fairytale you think it is.

The article discusses the concept of "de-extinction," particularly focusing on the biotechnology company Colossal's efforts to revive the extinct dodo bird. Colossal aims to create a population of dodos by editing the genome of the Nicobar pigeon, the dodo's closest living relative, using preserved dodo DNA. While proponents argue that de-extinction could help restore ecosystems and combat biodiversity loss, critics raise concerns about the ecological implications, animal welfare, and the potential for de-extinction to diminish the urgency of preventing current extinctions. The authors also explore how de-extinction might influence public perceptions of extinction and the importance of grieving lost species as a means of fostering environmental responsibility. [Extracted from the article]