Claiming to de-extinct the dire wolf, Colasant Biosciences has drawn criticism from numerous specialists who contend the corporation is misrepresenting the public. Critics point out that Colossal is actually constructing a genetically modified animal looking like the dire wolf, not resurrecting the original, even while she implies they are replicating the ancient species. Ethical issues have been generated by this since one wonders about the consequences for ecology and animal welfare. The argument has also spurred a more general discussion on the ethics and viability of de-extinction as well as the need of open communication in scientific activities.