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A promising new candidate in the quest to revive an extinct species has emerged by way of breakthrough scientific study which managed to sequence the genome of the legendary dodo bird. The unique-looking creature once lived on the island of Mauritius in the Indian Ocean, but vanished from the planet after Dutch sailors arrived at the location and relied on the animal for food until there were none of them left. Over time, the flightless bird has become a symbol for extinction and the profound impact that humanity can have on the planet. However, a recent research project suggests that the creature with the comical appearance just might have the last laugh and give new meaning to the expression "go the way of the dodo."
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