Save The Red Squirrel! Convention

[Bolt]

On 1 February 2015, we will have a convention to save our national animal, the Red Squirrel.

[Markanite]

Markanite will send delegates to attend and support your actions to save the Red Squirrel.

[person67]

my nation is deeply opposed to animal conservation. so we will not be attending in protest to this waste of time.

[Bolt]

Hooray....sarcastically.

[Bolt]

The red squirrel has been populating our forests until now, when the very few left are stuck in the cities eating garbage.

[Bolt]

UPDATE: Thank you Markanite, for attending, but sadly, we had to bulldoze the rainforest under popular demand to get a uranium deposit to keep our nuclear programs up and running. This, however, destroyed their only home in Boltainia. Scientists say that if we don't do something, the Red Squirrel will go extinct by the end of 2015. You rank much higher than me in environmental beauty. Do you have any tips?
Best wishes,
Jack Granahan
President of Boltainia

[person67]

(OOC: this is not the place to ask about NS related things)

[Dominion of Compassion]

(OOC, is this still going on? If so, i'd be interested in getting involved!)

[Bolt]

It is. I was actually hoping you had tips to keep the Red Squirrel from going extinct.

[Dominion of Compassion]

"My scientists actually regularly clone almost extinct animals," the Father-Saint explains. "We would be glad to lend some of that work to repopulate your Red Squirrel community!"

[Bolt]

Wow! Can you explain the cloning process?

[Dominion of Compassion]

"My scientists need only one genetic sample, such as the saliva or a strand of fur, from the near extinct species, and we can create both male and female versions to repopulate the species!" Explains the Father-Saint Augustus. "Do you want a more exact and detailed explanation?"

[Bolt]

Yes please!

[Dominion of Compassion]

Classified file, document A; released to Boltainia, full security clearance by order of the Father-Saint Augustus:
Subject, extinct animal cloning.
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Cloning animals is hard enough, but cloning near extinct, or, goodness forbid, totally extinct, is a whole other matter. I begin with, you must have adequate cloning chambers and facilities. This is imperative. Without these, the cloning will fail miserably.

Next, you must have at least one sample of Dna from the subject in question. Whether it's saliva, fur, hair, etc, it's absolutely necessary. Real cloning is not like the movies. The new subject will not spawn from the random dna sample. That's merely the template for the genetic code.

Using the electron microscopes an computers, chart the Dna double helix down to the last genome, protein sequence, and nitrogen base. This Is the map you will use to create the new specimen. After you have mapped out the sequence, target the genes that control gender, and alter it to make it female, so it can reproduce. If you have a male specimen, then there's no need to create one, unless you want added security and assuredness that reproduction will occur. If you dont have a male specimen, then create two or three more. Pop the genetic map into the cloning chamber, and allow it to do its work. Do not allow it to grow longer than natural gestation period.
End of document.

[Great Britain & Scotland]

I, the Prime Minister of Scotland and Great Britain, would like to counter the above argument.
True, that cloning might help to increase species population, but without the right environment of growth and development, the newly founded Red Squirrel Population would have nowhere to reside. Further, cloning reduces the developed intelligence of an innate species, especially if the species is the native of that land. The Red Squirrel is your National Animal. A rather decent effort at saving it would be appreciated.
My suggestions:
If your nation has a sufficient size, then it would be proper to go on full scale afforestation, in order to promote a green environment.
If the animal is nearing extinction, use naturally bred Squirrels, before trying to clone. Cloning should be a very last option.
If only the Red Squirrel is Dying out, facilitate and fund research about its lifestyle. That should help to identify the cause and effect of the Squirrel's endangerment.

[Dominion of Compassion]

"A very valid argument indeed! Splendid to know that there are other scientifically adept nations that can provide stimulating debates!" The Father-Saint exclaims happily.

[Great Britain & Scotland]

One must realize that cloning is not the issue. The point is "How far are you willing to go?" After repopulating a species, the nation would need a developed and conditioned research on the habitat and lifestyle of these newly developed species. That won't be possible, because the species are in a captive environment.

[Dominion of Compassion]

"Perhaps funds can be diverted from elsewhere to develops forests and permanent habitats for these newly revived animals? That way, it's the identical species as to what was almost gone, but now, it's back, with a permanent habitat to keep them healthy and happy?" The Father-Saint asks.

[Great Britain & Scotland]

Valid point. Yet, We are not necessarily aware of the TYPE of forest, food requirements, natural habitat of plat environments that are needed for these animals. A research conducted over a period of seven years shows that animals behave significantly different, when brought up in their natural environment have significant advantage (including longer life span, developed diets, better muscular growth and other factors) than those brought up in forested environments different than their own home environment. The research was conducted over 45 species of animals and 106 species of plants, with almost similar results. The only deviation from this trend was the Corvus genera, also called crows, because they were able to adapt much better.

[Bolt]

Perhaps I should create an artificial habitat or nature reserve. I also agree with GBS' idea. Thank you! You each will be rewarded with 100 tacos (sorry I'm not very wealthy).

[Great Britain & Scotland]

No no, Bolt, not necessary. I'm always around to do good roleplay! But yes, now they this thread has been opened, I wish that the three of is do a detailed analysis in your nation's boundaries. So, if I may, I have talked to some zoologists to help out with habitat tech on the Red Squirrel. I'll let you know of the findings.

[Dominion of Compassion]

"Definitely no monetary compensation required! I wouldn't be a very compassionate leader of the Dominion of Compassion if I didnt help save an almost extinct species!" The Father-Saint stated. "GBS, is there any way my nation can be of service?"

[Bolt]

Ok. Do you guys have any issues I could resolve?

[Great Britain & Scotland]

Jun 26, 2015 11:07:22 GMT -5 Dominion of Compassion said:

"Definitely no monetary compensation required! I wouldn't be a very compassionate leader of the Dominion of Compassion if I didnt help save an almost extinct species!" The Father-Saint stated. "GBS, is there any way my nation can be of service?"

Same as me. If you have a native species that is close to the Red Squirrel, I suugest that research be considered, also share findings in this thread.

[Dominion of Compassion]

Roger that!