Extinct species: Learn about the causes and consequences

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. 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 ... Know what is extinction, what does it mean when a species goes extinct, facts and lists of extinct animals with pictures Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species.