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Mammoth DNA found in ancient squirrel feces in Canada

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Scientists have discovered ancient DNA, including that of woolly mammoths, within frozen squirrel feces in Canada's Yukon territory. The genetic material, ranging from 3,000 to 700,000 years old, was found sealed in rodent burrows. This unexpected find offers a unique glimpse into past biodiversity and ecosystems, with researchers noting the potential of fecal matter as a source for paleogenomic studies. AI

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Mammoth DNA found in ancient squirrel feces in Canada

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

    Scientists find woolly mammoth DNA while digging through squirrel faeces

    A huge treasure trove of ancient DNA from animals including extinct woolly mammoths has been discovered in frozen squirrel faeces in Canada’s remote Yukon territory, scientists said on Tuesday. The DNA found deep inside sealed-off burrows is between 3,000 and 700,000 years old, o…

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