[Parmy]

Why? There was a reason that these beasts and others became extinct.

This idea is beyond stupid and not necessary.

[dinodino]

Looking forward to grilled mastodon steaks, just like in The Flintstones.

[gnarledmaw]

Because the Russians know that AGW is a hoax and are anticipating the coming cold. Billions of pounds of self sustaining protein on the hoof is cheaper to maintain and goes a long way when needed. Everything in Russia (and China) is in reality about military preparation.