5 animals humans ate to extinction
On July 26, 2024, 3:00 PM
When humans overhunt and destroy habitats, the consequences can be dire.
Have you ever wondered about the animals that once roamed our planet but are no longer with us today? Itâs a sad fact that some animals have disappeared because humans hunted them for food.
Throughout history, people have relied on animals for sustenance. However, in some cases, this reliance led to overhunting and eventually wiped out entire species. Imagine living in a world where there were no more dodo birds or woolly mammoths. Unfortunately, these animals, along with others, were eaten into extinction.
Understanding these stories helps us appreciate the delicate balance of our ecosystem and the importance of preserving the wildlife we still have today.
1. The dodo
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Passenger pigeon [LinkedIn]
Once numbering in the billions, passenger pigeons were among the most numerous birds in North America. These birds travelled in massive flocks that could darken the sky for days. However, intense hunting in the 19th century for their meat, considered a cheap food source, and habitat destruction led to their rapid decline. The last known passenger pigeon, named Martha, died in the Cincinnati Zoo in 1914â.
4. Great Auk
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