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Transgenic Animals

Type

Genetically modified organism (GMO)

Origin

Biotechnology

Purpose

Food productionBiomedicineEcological management

Species

SheepFishCowPig

Benefits

Improved human health • Increased food production • Environmental protection

Concerns

Animal welfareIntellectual property rightsGenetic contamination

Developed

19th century

Drawbacks

Potential ecological damage • Animal welfare concerns • Corporate control of agriculture

Notable examples

GloFishAquAdvantage salmonFeatherless chickenSpidergoatEnviropig

Transgenic Animals