Iranian researchers have successfully cloned Iran and the Middle East's first calf in what is viewed as a scientific breakthrough, Press TV reported.
Following the successful cloning of various farm animals, including a lamb named 'Royana' and a kid named 'Hanna', a cloned calf was successfully born at Royan institute in Isfahan, Iran.
The calf known as 'Bonyana' -- meaning the foundation and principle -- is the result of a considerable number of in-vitro fertilizations (IVF) in more than 100 recipient cows.
The cloned calf, which was born after 270 days of pregnancy through a cesarean section, is reported to be in good health.
Royan institute researchers hope to clone certain species at high risk of extinction in the near future.
Iran's first cloned calf born in Isfahan
