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Scientists have deciphered much of the genetic code of the woolly mammoth, a feat they say could allow them to recreate the shaggy, prehistoric beast in as little as a decade or two. The project marks the first time researchers have spelled out the DNA of an extinct species. But any real-life sequel to extinction would involve a mammal — dinosaur remains are just too old. Read more at chicagotribune.com/mammoth.




