#fossilfind

[towost]

hiya guys, doodles i did watching heartstopper season 3 (did i mention that’s my special interest? no? then there you go./silly)

i like to call em…fossilfind, hehe :3

[biopractify]

Can We Clone a Dinosaur? The Science Behind Jurassic Park

Ever since Jurassic Park hit the big screen, the idea of bringing dinosaurs back to life has fascinated scientists and movie lovers alike. But is it actually possible to clone a dinosaur, or is it just Hollywood magic? In this article, we’ll dive into the real science behind cloning and whether dinosaurs could ever walk the Earth again.

Can We Clone a Dinosaur? The Science Behind Jurassic Park

Ever since Jurassic Park hit the big screen, the idea of bringing dinosaurs back to life has fascinated scientists and movie lovers alike. But is it actually possible to clone a dinosaur, or is it just Hollywood magic? In this article, we’ll dive into the real science behind cloning and whether dinosaurs could ever walk the Earth again.

The Science of Cloning: A Quick Breakdown

Cloning is the process of creating a genetically identical copy of an organism. Scientists have successfully cloned animals like sheep (Dolly the Sheep), cats, and even horses using somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT). This technique involves taking DNA from a donor cell and inserting it into an egg cell that has had its nucleus removed. The cell is then stimulated to grow into an embryo, which is implanted into a surrogate mother.

While this method works for recently living animals, cloning a dinosaur presents major challenges.

Why Cloning Dinosaurs Is (Currently) Impossible

1. DNA Degradation Over Time

DNA is a fragile molecule that breaks down over time. Fossilized dinosaur bones are millions of years old, and even in the best conditions, DNA cannot survive for more than about 6.8 million years. Since dinosaurs went extinct around 66 million years ago, their DNA is far too degraded to be used for cloning.

2. No Complete Dinosaur Genome

Even if we found fragments of dinosaur DNA, we would need a complete genome to successfully clone one. Without a full set of instructions, we can’t recreate a living, breathing dinosaur. Unlike in Jurassic Park, where scientists filled in the gaps with frog DNA, real-life genetic engineering doesn’t work that way.

3. Finding a Suitable Surrogate

In Jurassic Park, dinosaurs were grown inside modified ostrich eggs. However, even their closest living relatives — birds — have reproductive systems that are vastly different from ancient dinosaurs. A dinosaur embryo might not be compatible with any modern-day egg, making implantation and development impossible.

Alternative Ways to Bring Dinosaurs Back

While cloning is off the table, scientists are exploring other ways to bring back dinosaurs — or at least something similar.

1. Reverse Engineering Birds

Birds are the closest living relatives of dinosaurs, and some scientists are experimenting with “de-evolving” them by manipulating their DNA. Researchers have successfully created chicken embryos with dinosaur-like traits, such as teeth and long tails, by activating ancient genes. While this won’t bring back a T. rex, it could give us a glimpse into the past.

2. Finding Preserved Cells in Amber

In Jurassic Park, scientists extract dinosaur DNA from mosquitoes trapped in amber. While this is a thrilling concept, no scientifically verified dinosaur DNA has ever been found in amber. Even if it were, it would likely be too damaged to be useful.

3. Creating a Hybrid Species

Some scientists propose using CRISPR gene-editing technology to modify existing animals, such as crocodiles or birds, to resemble dinosaurs. While this wouldn’t be a “real” dinosaur, it could lead to the creation of dinosaur-like creatures with certain genetic traits.

Could Jurassic Park Ever Happen?

For now, cloning a dinosaur is scientifically impossible due to DNA degradation and missing genetic information. However, advancements in genetic engineering may allow scientists to create dinosaur-inspired creatures in the future.

Even if we could bring dinosaurs back, should we?

Ethical concerns about de-extinction include habitat loss, ecological disruption, and the potential dangers of releasing ancient predators into the modern world.

Final Thoughts

While Jurassic Park remains science fiction, the idea of reviving prehistoric creatures continues to inspire scientific research. Whether through reverse engineering birds, hybrid experiments, or further DNA discoveries, the dream of bringing dinosaurs back may not be completely extinct.

Would you want to see a real-life Jurassic Park? Let us know in the comments!

[dailydwshipwheel]

I got even more shipnames. (This time including the easter toons!)

Bassie x Eggson = BasketOfEggs, EggBasket

Cocoa x Cosmo = ChocolateBunny, CarrotCake (bunnies are associated with carrots and Cosmo is a cake roll)

Yatta  x Bassie =  CandyBasket

Bassie x Dandy = BasketOfFlowers

Dandy x Cosmo = FlowerCake, BakingFlower (get it?)

Ginger x Cocoa = BunnyCookie

Cocoa x Teagan = HotCocoa (Hot Cocoa is a drink)

Shelly x Rodger = FossilFindings, ForgottenCase

Shelly x Glisten =ShinyFossil

Finn x Looey = WaterBalloon

Finn x Cocoa = SeaBunny

Shrimpo x Cocoa = AngryThumping, AngryBunny

Bassie x Cocoa = EasterBunny

Bassie x Rodger = BasketCase

Bassie x Cosmo x Sprout = PicnicBasket

Astro x Brightney = BedtimeStory

Brightney x Rodger = BookCase

Brightney x Glisten = ReflectedLight

I do likee CarrotCake, ChocolateBunny, CandyBasket, BasketOfFlowers, BakingFlower (I get it lol), HotCocoa (yum), ForgottenCase, WaterBalloon, SeaBunny, AngryThumping, EasterBunny, PicnicBasket, BedtimeStory amd ReflectedLight !!

[brightinsights]

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[shovelandspade]

Just call me the fossil fairy! Always learning more about our Great Lakes region and came across an article talking about The Silurian Sea, which is right where we are, some 400 million years ago. 🤓 I’ve been leaving treasures like these at my beach for folks to find. 😊 https://www.schlitzaudubon.org/2018/09/19/lake-michigan-fossils-are-a-trip-back-in-time/ #fossilfind #fossilhunting #fossil #fossils #silurian #siluriansea #beachcomber #beachcombing #seaglasshunting #lakemichigan #whereyourestandingwasthesea https://www.instagram.com/p/Bobtd1xAIuI/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1plm8b10jsp4h

[dannydiezel]

D-Rips #tbt #myfirstrecording #cassette #vintage #retrowave #4vamps #demo #sony #youretooyoung #archaeology #YungWavyLord #tapeorcds #tape #fossilfinding #dd #thegasstation #dannydiezel #mixtape #grind1st #classictriangleshit https://www.instagram.com/p/BtC8T2Ug1ul/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1uod9lt8ea4l4

[hazynightsct]

It’s never to early to think of our loved ones for Valentine’s Day 🥰💕 Treat your loved ones or yourself 😉 to a heart of stones this year! Each box has 5 different varieties of crystals, minerals and/or fossils. $6.00 each, limit 5 per person. Free shipping over $35.00. Send DM to order! DM for international shipping! 💖💕🔮💖💕🦋💖💕✨💖💕🔮💖💕🦋 These boxes will be available until Feb 14th! Designs will vary per box. Chocolate is not included. #valentinesday #valentines #valentines2022 #valentinesday2022 #boxofchocolates #boxofstones #crystals #fossilsandminerals #treatyourself #crystalvibes #natural #fossils #fossiladdicts #fossilcollecting #fossilsforkids #fossilfinds #mineralspecimens #supportlocal #shopsmall #hazynightsct #womanownedbusiness #womeninbusiness #meridenct #wallingfordct #hazynightsct (at Meriden, Connecticut) https://www.instagram.com/p/CYPghD2OhPr/?utm_medium=tumblr

[indefenseofplants]

I will never pass up a fossil hunting opportunity. Nice chunk of crinoid stems! #fossilfinds #fossils #paleo #underthesea #geologyhappens #nature #Indiana #crinoid #ancientpast #paleontology #marinebiology #atthebeach #sea #sealife

[ramyeonupdates]

{ #seaglass } || source: frenzybrit

[pestcontroldeals]

Large Texas Shell Fossil - Found 325 Miles From The Ocean. Either the earth came up from out of the ocean or the ocean came all the way up to Dallas or the ocean covered the earth for over a year like the bible says. This were found on top of the dirt not very deep as they moved the dirt for a new subdivision. Have you found any interesting fossils? #texasfossils #fossilhunting #fossilfinds If your website needs help visit VincentHoss.com. (at Fort Worth, Texas) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8-Yl8SJTkT/?igshid=bcq9lwyt80g4

[cakasaka]

...and we spent the day at Joggins Fossil Cliffs, a UNESCO site. Very cool to be at the Bay of Fundy looking for fossils. Noah had a knack for finding the tiny ones. #fossilfinding #jogginsfossilcliffs #sowindy #wishihadmorelayers Thanks for the recommend @krista.rj (at Joggins Fossil Cliffs) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1r23OWAxz9/?igshid=m23i9s366pbu

[fossilquest-blog]

Fossil Quest : Central Texas Cretaceous Fossils Finds!  Gastropod Leptomaria. This low spiraled marine snail are not one of the more common finds in Central Teas, so they are always a special treat...especially since they look like cinnamon rolls. 

[hundredsunny]

if you like fanfiction then there is a potc x op crossover series w/ two stories on ao3 called Sailing Strange Seas by Adel Mortescryche which i think is p well written

BRUH FOR REALthank u so much u just saved my life what a time to be alive

[wycogames]

Our 2004 Mercedes S430 just broke a milestone! 🤘 🚨 #NewWayToPlayDominoes 🚨 www.WycoGames.com www.FossilFindGame.com #TotallyLocallyJC #CustomDominoes #FamilyFunNight #FamilyGameNight #LetsPlaySomeBones #FamilyFunNite #FamilyGameNite #Dominoes #DominoBasedBoardGame #RollAndPlay #WycoGames #FossilFind #GameNightWithFriends

[sundryhoards]

Best find yet from the valley. The whole face is covered in bones. Now I'll have to go back and look for the rest of it. #fossil #fossils #fossilfish #fossilbone #fossilcollector #fossilcollection #fossilcollecting #fossilfun #rock #rocks #rockhound #rockhounding #fossilfind

[shovelandspade]

Whomper #brachiopod I found last week. Had to do a side by side. Sure make my first #stonesparrow look tiny. #fossilized #shellfish #armfoot #stonesparrow #fossilhunting #fossilfind #fossil #prehistoric #soold #beachcomber #beachcombing #lakemichigan #lakeshore #lakefind #beachbum #beachmonday #findoftheday #inmyhand #fossilizedshell #leftinwisconsin #fossils https://www.instagram.com/p/BnU8kX0gcln/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=hapgde3eotd0