Dallas company hatches chicks using artificial eggs
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A U.S. biotechnology firm, Colossal Biosciences, has successfully hatched 26 healthy baby chickens using an artificial egg platform at its headquarters in Dallas, Texas, the company told Reuters in a report published on May 22, 2026. Colossal, which specializes in de-extinction research, designed a bioengineered silicone-based membrane housed in a rigid shell to replicate key functions of a natural eggshell, including gas exchange, moisture control, thermal stability and structural support. The chicken embryos, transferred with their yolks into the device, developed over about 21 days, matching normal chicken incubation times. The company is now monitoring the chicks’ growth and health outcomes.
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Timeline
- Centuries ago South Island Giant Moa vanishes
- Recent years Colossal launches de-extinction portfolio
- Recently Artificial egg membrane platform developed
- Recently Fertilized avian embryos transferred into platform
- About 21 days later chick embryos complete development
- May 22, 2026 Colossal announces 26 chicks hatched
- Today Company continues monitoring chicks' growth closely
Why it matters
This breakthrough could revolutionize poultry farming, potentially reducing costs and improving conditions for chickens. If you're concerned about animal welfare or the price of your eggs, keep an eye on this tech.
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