Scientists clone a wolf


	Scientists clone a wolf

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3-31-2007 7:51 PM

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3-31-2007 9:45 PM

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I don't see how it can help save endangered species in the long run because there is no genetic diversity in cloned animals... something which is necessary for the survival of any species.

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