Hey there, fellow explorers! 🌎 Ever wondered what really happened to the giant creatures that once roamed our planet? 🦕 Well, a new study just dropped some major truth bombs! 💥
Scientists from Aarhus University in Denmark have discovered that humans, not climate change, were the main reason behind the extinction of megafauna like mammoths, elephants, and rhinoceroses over the past 50,000 years. 😲
Yep, you read that right! Our ancestors were such skilled hunters 🏹 that they drove these massive animals to extinction. The research team dug deep into existing studies on species extinction timelines, animals' diets, climate needs, population sizes, and even evidence of ancient hunting practices.
Their findings? Many of these gigantic creatures vanished because of human hunting, not just natural climate shifts. Talk about making an impact! 🙈
This groundbreaking study was published in March in the journal Cambridge Prisms: Extinction. It's a big deal because it changes how we understand our own history and relationship with nature. 🌿
So next time you're thinking about the fate of our planet's wildlife, remember—we play a bigger role than we might think. Let's make sure it's a positive one! 💚
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Study reveals hunting played key role in extinction of large animals
cgtn.com
