Curiosity Corner: Animals that went extinct because of human hunting
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Sunday, February 8, 2026
Once, magnificent creatures like the Dodo and Passenger Pigeon roamed Earth. Their trusting nature and sheer numbers, however, couldn't protect them from human hunting and habitat destruction. From the vast skies to the ocean depths, these animals vanished rapidly, a stark reminder that our actions have lasting consequences for the natural world.