Recently, a renowned author, Gísli Pálsson, discussed the de-extinction of species with Alexander McNamara. While debating whether bringing back extinct species is a worthwhile endeavor, Pálsson emphasized that extinction is a processual phenomenon that takes time. He suggested that instead of focusing on de-extinction, scholars should prioritize preserving current species and ecosystems.

Source: https://www.livescience.com/animals/extinct-species/it-was-clearly-a-human-assault-on-the-species-the-fate-of-the-great-auk