3 Comments so far

1. Herding C Had this To Say

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   I do not think it’s a good idea. Lions and tigers are endangered and all efforts should be put toward preserving both species by enlarging the gene pool, not creating new species.

2. tropicalturbodave@sbcglobal.net Had this To Say

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   I read that scientists have been able to get a better understanding of feline genetics and evolution through these experiments. I saw on Animal Planet a Liger (I think) that was 12 feet long because the growth genes were being expressed in such a way that hasn’t been on a big cat since sabre-toothed tigers.

   So from a scientific standpoint we can learn quite a bit about DNA, gene expression and our own evolution but only as long as the animals are well treated which unfortunately doesn’t always happen.

3. ALLISON W Had this To Say

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   This is NOT a good idea as it weakens the genetics. The same problem (only worse) comes from breeding White Tigers.