Worldwide first Kanguru embryo by IVF-hope for species protection

Worldwide first Kanguru embryo by IVF-hope for species protection

Scientists in Australia have successfully generated the world's first kangaroo-embryo through in-vitro fertilization (IVF). This groundbreaking result is celebrated as a significant progress that may contribute to saving endangered species.

meaning for species protection in Australia

Research could be crucial for nature conservation measures in Australia, since the country urgently needs to protect its local species. Australia has one of the worst records in terms of species death worldwide.

Extinction Records in Australia

Since the European settlement, at least 33 mammals in Australia have lost the light of the world, such as the Australian non -profit Invasive species Council . This represents a higher advisory rate than in most other continents in the world in recent years.

threat to the local species

Although the eastern gray kangaroos used in this attempt are not threatened, many of the local bonded animal species such as Koalas and Tasmanian devils are on the red list of endangered species.

course of research

Scientists from the University of Queensland first examined how kangaroo eggs and sperms were developed in the laboratory. Then they injected a single sperm directly into a mature egg, which is known as an intracytoplasmic sperm injection, the university announced on Thursday.

long -term goals of research

Andres Gambini, who directed research into a kangaroo embryo, explained that this technology could also be applied to other endangered animals. "Our ultimate goal is to support the preservation of endangered bag species such as Koalas, Tasmanische Teufel, northern hair-nasty Wombats and leadbeater bags," said Gambini.

challenges in species protection

“Access to a bogus tissue is challenging because they are less examined than domesticated animals, even though they are iconic and integral of Australian biodiversity,” he added.

government initiatives for species protection

In 2022, the Australian government terminated a 10-year plan further elimination further Subsidy events . This plan includes efforts to maintain more than 30% of the land mass and to protect 110 priorified species across the country.

threats in the ecosystem

More than 2,200 species and ecosystems in Australia are considered to be threatened by extinction, according to a report by the non -profit Australian Conservation Foundation from 2023

Reporting of CNN, Jay Ganglani.