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Bringing Mammoths Back From Extinction - Pros, Cons, and Timeline

Offered By: GEO GIRL via YouTube

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Course Description

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Explore the fascinating concept of de-extinction and its potential application to mammoths in this informative 16-minute video. Delve into the science behind resurrecting extinct species, understand why dinosaurs cannot be brought back, and examine the ecological benefits of reintroducing mammoths to maintain grasslands. Learn about Pleistocene Park and its role in climate change mitigation, discover the organizations working on mammoth de-extinction, and consider the timeline and potential consequences of this ambitious project. Evaluate the pros and cons of mammoth resurrection and find out how you can contribute to rewilding efforts. The video also provides resources for further learning, including websites, scientific references, and recommended books on Earth's history and evolution.

Syllabus

How is de-extinction possible?
Why we can’t bring back dinos
Benefits of bringing mammoths back
Mammoths maintain grasslands
Pleistocene Park
How this benefits climate
Who is bringing back mammoths?
When will mammoths be back?
What are the consequences?
Do pros outweigh the cons?
Opportunity for you to help!


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GEO GIRL

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