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Australians Unveil Test Tube Baby Koalas

Monday, October 30, 2006 7:20:52 PM

In this photo released by the University of Queensland Wildlife officer Lindy Thomas poses with koalas and their joeys produced by artificial insemination at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Gold Coast Monday, Oct. 30, 2006. Australian scientists unveiled three test tube koala joeys as part of an artificial insemination program to preserve the vulnerable mammal. (AP Photo/University of Queensland, Chris Stacey,HO)GOLD COAST, Australia (AP) - Scientists on Monday unveiled three test tube baby koalas produced with new artificial insemination technology designed to ensure the species' survival.

Three of the eight koalas, all born on the Gold Coast in Queensland state, made their first public appearance at a local wildlife sanctuary. They are between 10 and 12 months old.

They were conceived using new breeding techniques, which involve mixing sperm with a special solution that prolongs its shelf life.


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