Extinct species: Learn about the extinct animals that once

Learn about the extinct animals that once roamed the Earth, from Ice Age mammals to recent amphibians. Find out the reasons behind their extinction, such as habitat loss, hunting, climate change, and more. Extinction is the permanent loss of a species, a phenomenon that has accelerated due to human activities. From habitat destruction to climate change, human impact has played a significant role in driving many species to extinction. This article will explore 15 notable extinct animals, and 5 animals that have gone extinct in recent years, delving into the causes of their disappearance and the lessons we can learn to prevent future extinctions. Did you know that on average, a species goes ... 10 of the world's most endangered animals Currently, more than 47,000 species have been assessed to be under threat of extinction according to the IUCN. Learn about the causes and consequences of the extinction of 100 animal species in the last 200 years. See photos and facts of amphibians, big cats, birds, fish, game animals, horse breeds, insects, marsupials, reptiles, and shrews, bats and rodents.