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11 Most Recently Extinct Animals

Kit Kittlestad

2 months ago
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In recent years, we’ve witnessed the tragic loss of several unique and irreplaceable species. It’s also happening at a faster rate than has ever been recorded in human history. The loss of these extinct animals highlights the ongoing effects of climate change and deforestation, resulting in a grave loss of biodiversity. 

Recently Extinct Animals

What animals are going extinct? Well, the list of animals that are extinct is a complex study because several different factors have contributed to the demise of each of these animals. Together, let’s explore the habitats that these species used to inhabit, the factors that led to their demise, and highlight the urgent need for conservation efforts all over the world. 

The Golden Toad

When we think about climate change, we often think about global warming. But, that’s only one repercussion of human-induced climate change. It’s also creating long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns. 


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