✵ India’s First Private Wildlife & Livestock Tissue Biobank ✵
Our Services
Semen Cryopreservation for horses, dogs, livestock and wildlife
We provide advanced cryopreservation services for stallion semen, ensuring long-term preservation of valuable bloodlines. Through a precise process of semen analysis, dilution with specialized extenders, controlled cooling, and storage in liquid nitrogen at –196°C, genetic material can be stored indefinitely without loss of function. Cryopreserved semen enables year-round breeding, safe international transport, and preservation of genetics from elite or aging stallions. At Rare Genetics, we have successfully frozen and preserved thousands of semen straws, maintaining high post-thaw motility to guarantee fertility potential.
Epididymal Sperm Extraction (ESE)
In cases where semen collection from a stallion is not possible due to illness, injury, or unexpected death, epididymal sperm extraction provides a valuable alternative for genetic preservation. This procedure involves carefully recovering sperm cells from the epididymis post-castration or post-mortem, followed by processing and cryopreservation for future use. This ensures that even in unforeseen circumstances, the genetics of valuable or rare stallions can be safeguarded for breeding programs. Our laboratory is equipped with the expertise and technology to process epididymal sperm efficiently, offering breeders a vital tool for preserving irreplaceable lineages.
Tissue Biobanking for Cloning
Beyond semen preservation, Rare Genetics offers skin tissue biobanking for advanced reproductive technologies, including cloning. By collecting and cryopreserving skin biopsies from horses and wildlife species, we create a secure genetic resource that can be used for somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT) in the future. This approach is especially valuable for conserving endangered species, preserving rare equine bloodlines, or retaining the genetics of high-performance animals. In collaboration with international partners, our tissue biobank represents a cutting-edge platform for future cloning and regenerative research, ensuring that no genetic legacy is ever truly lost.
Safeguarding Wildlife Through Tissue Cryopreservation
Cryopreservation preserves living cells and tissues at ultra-low temperatures, creating a permanent genetic archive of wildlife. By banking skin, germplasm, and other tissues from threatened and endangered species, we ensure their genetic legacy is protected—even if populations decline or vanish locally.
These preserved tissues enable:
- Assisted Reproduction: Artificial insemination, IVF, and stem-cell-based gamete generation.
- Cloning & Species Revival: Somatic cells can support population reinforcement or revival of critically endangered species.
- Research & Conservation: Studies on genetics, disease resistance, and biodiversity without disturbing animals repeatedly.
For government agencies, tissue banks offer:
- Long-term Biodiversity Security: A permanent repository of genetic diversity under their jurisdiction.
- Scientific and Policy Support: Helping research and conservation efforts while meeting India’s national wildlife laws and global commitments to protect biodiversity.
- Collaboration for Species Recovery: Providing resources for coordinated national and global conservation initiatives.
By building a “frozen library of life,” India can safeguard its wildlife today and for generations to come.
Comprehensive support for artificial insemination
At Rare Genetics, we provide comprehensive support for artificial insemination (AI) in equines ensuring the highest standards of fertility management and genetic preservation.
Our AI Services Include:
Semen Preparation
Processing chilled and frozen semen for successful insemination.
Customized extenders and protocols suited for each species.
Technical Guidance
Step-by-step support for veterinarians and breeders during AI procedures.
Best practices in semen handling, storage, and insemination timing.
On-Site & Remote Support
Expert assistance during insemination, either in-person or through remote guidance.
Training programs for veterinary professionals and breeding farms.
Fertility Monitoring
Post-insemination checks and follow-ups.
Advisory on mare/ bitch reproductive cycles, synchronization, and pregnancy confirmation.
Biobanking Services
Rare Genetics offers advanced biobanking solutions to preserve genetic material from equines, canines, and wildlife species. Using cryopreservation, we store semen, embryos, and skin tissue in liquid nitrogen at ultra-low temperatures, ensuring long-term viability.
Our biobanking services provide:
Genetic Security: Safeguarding rare and valuable bloodlines for future use.
Biodiversity Conservation: Supporting national and global efforts to protect endangered species.
Breeding Flexibility: Allowing access to preserved genetic material anytime, anywhere.
Research & Collaboration: Enabling scientific studies in reproduction, genetics, and conservation.
At Rare Genetics, we combine cutting-edge technology with responsible practices to secure the future of animal genetics.
Wildlife Tissue Biobanking
At Rare Genetics, we are pioneering India’s first large-scale initiative in wildlife tissue biobanking, supported by the advanced cryopreservation infrastructure of The Barnhouse. By collecting and preserving tissues, semen, and other genetic materials from endangered species, we create a long-term genetic reservoir that safeguards biodiversity for future restoration. This modern approach goes beyond traditional conservation, ensuring genetic security even when species face habitat loss, poaching, or near extinction.
Our state-of-the-art facility in Khadakwasla is equipped for advanced cryopreservation, cell culture, and cloning potential, with secure backup storage across two locations. From minimally invasive tissue sampling in living wildlife to post-mortem collection from deceased animals, we ensure that no valuable genetic material is lost. Alongside terrestrial species like tigers, lions, and elephants, we are also expanding into marine conservation by cryopreserving coral semen to support reef restoration. Through global collaborations and cutting-edge biotechnology, we are building a robust model for long-term wildlife preservation.