Scientists 'rebuild' giant moa using ancient DNA
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 - 01:56
in Paleontology & Archaeology
Scientists have performed the first DNA-based reconstruction of the giant extinct moa bird, using prehistoric feathers recovered from caves and rock shelters in New Zealand...
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