Reunion Ibis
The Reunion ibis, also known as the Reunion sacred ibis, is an intriguing example of extinction. This bird, once native to the volcanic island of … Read more
Barbados Racer
The Barbados racer was a unique snake species that once thrived on the island of Barbados. This colubrid snake is now considered extinct, with its … Read more
Norfolk Island Ground Dove
The Norfolk Island ground dove was a unique bird that once thrived on Norfolk Island. This species became extinct in the late 18th century mainly … Read more
Ryukyu Wood Pigeon
The Ryukyu wood pigeon was a unique bird that lived in the lush forests of the Ryukyu Islands in Japan. This extinct species is believed … Read more
South Island Giant Moa
The South Island Giant Moa was one of the tallest birds to ever roam the Earth. These flightless giants were native to New Zealand and … Read more
Lord Howe Swamphen
The Lord Howe Swamphen was a unique bird that once thrived on Lord Howe Island, located east of Australia. This extinct species, known for its … Read more
Pallas’s Cormorant
Pallas’s Cormorant, known for its striking appearance, once thrived in the coastal waters of Russia. This extinct seabird offers a glimpse into the fragility of … Read more
Seychelles Sheath-Tailed Bat
The Seychelles sheath-tailed bat, known as one of the world’s rarest mammals, once thrived in the lush environment of the Seychelles Islands. Sadly, this unique … Read more
Moho Apicalis
The Moho apicalis, commonly known as the Oʻahu ʻōʻō, was a unique bird native to Hawaii that captured the hearts of many with its striking … Read more
Spectacled Cormorant
The Spectacled Cormorant was a unique seabird that once thrived on the remote Bering Island in Russia. This extinct bird, known for its distinctive white … Read more