woolly mice

A form of woolly mouse — A genetically modified variety of laboratory mouse with the characteristics of a woolly mammoth – such as a woolly coat, elongated hair, golden-brown fur, cold tolerance, and curly whiskers – developed in 2024 by Colossal Biosciences as part of efforts toward the de-extinction of the woolly mammoth.

Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of woolly mouse
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