Over the last century and a half, numerous animal species have become extinct, owing primarily to human activities such as habitat destruction, poaching, and global warming. Some species were brought to the brink by indirect means, while others were directly hunted or displaced. Though these creatures are no longer with us, they serve as reminders of the fragility of ecosystems and the need for conservation. Here’s a look at 23 extinct animals species that have vanished over the last 150 years.
Falkland Islands Wolf
The Falkland Islands wolf was a friendly and curious predator native to the Falklands. It went extinct in the 1800s, mainly due to hunting by early settlers. Isolated from the mainland, the wolves had no natural predators and thus had little fear of humans, which made them easy targets.
Cause of Extinction: Overhunting.
Their extinction is a striking example of how vulnerable isolated species can be when exposed to human expansion.
