Many living species on Earth, human interaction in their habitats, climate change and poaching He could not resist such threats. As we face the harsh reality, the extinction of these animals, which are part of nature, reveals a deep call for reflection and action on behalf of humanity.

The extinction rate announced by American scientists is at least tens to hundreds of times higher than the extinctions that have occurred over the past ten million years. If you are on the Fish and Wildlife Service list There are currently more than 1,480 endangered species or there is an endangered species.

Many extinct bird species come from Hawaii

Bachman’s warbler

Some birds on the world’s most remote islands are extinct. There is a virus in the state of Hawaii that transmits malaria to birds and is caused by climate change. invasive mosquito It takes pest control into account by making various collaborations to reduce the population.

The Bachman’s warbler was considered endangered in 1967.

The Bachman’s Warbler, which belongs to the wood warbler family, is a very small bird species, like other members of the family. This species is a swamp bramble in the southeastern and midwestern United States and breeds in reed thickets. Some authorities believe that Bachman’s warbler In 1988 in Louisiana, USA confirmed sightings, but later became rare and became extinct in 2023.

Bridle white eye, last seen in 1983

This species, which is on the bird list with the name “Bridled white eye”, belongs to the zosteropidae family. Native to the island of Guam, the bridle white eye gets its name from, as you might guess, white eye rings. This bird is fast, active and small. high and cheerful calls He was known for.

Some of the bird species found on the island of Kauai in Hawaii are also extinct.

kauai achialoa

Kauai akialoa, kauai nukupuu, kua’i ‘ō’ō and greater kauai thrush are also endangered bird species native to Hawaii. One of the reasons for the extinction of these species is mice, domestic pigs, mosquitoes and habitat destruction.

Two bird species from the island of Maui in Hawaii were also included on the list.

Maui ‘ākepa

The Maui ‘ākepa and Maui nukupu’u species are known to be native only to Hawaii. within their own race last surviving species The reasons for the extinction of these birds are very similar to those of others.

Molokai creeper, endangered since the 1930s

This bird species, also known as Moloka’i creeper or kākāwahie, has been threatened with extinction for years. Molokai creeper from avian malaria paralyze and kill It also caused the species to slowly become extinct.

Po’ouli was the only member of the genus Melamprosops.

This bird, which lives only on the wettest and easternmost side of the island of Maui, is threatened with extinction. allowing them to reproduce in captivity An attempt was made to capture him. However, the efforts were in vain. In 2004 there were only two birds of this species left. In 2018 research it was said that it was no longer sighted and was placed on the list of extinct birds.

Three fish species are on the endangered list in 2023.

The “San Marcos Gambusia” fish, which was threatened with extinction in the 1980s

The San Marcos Gambusia fish, which resembles a mosquitofish in appearance, takes its name from the San Marcos River where it lives in Texas. This fish, one of the rarest animals of the river, reduced water flow from springs and was depleted by water pollution from the growth of nearby cities.

Scioto madtom fish, native to Ohio in the US

Scioto madtom fish, from the family Ictaluridae, since 1957 were probably among the completely or functionally extinct.

The Java stingaree was the only female specimen and was 33 cm long.

The Java Stingaree, only seen in Jakarta, Indonesia, is a It was some kind of stingray. The range of this species, which has not been recorded since its discovery 150 years ago, was subjected to intense fishing attacks and habitat degradation, causing the Java stegaree to become extinct.

The only extinct mammal on the list: the little Mariana fruit bat

Also known as the Mariana flying fox, this bat was only found on the Mariana Islands and Ulithi Island in the Pacific Ocean. in September 2021 habitat loss, invasive species and poaching He added it to the endangered species list. Under the Endangered Species Act, the species was officially declared extinct in October 2023.

Among the mussel species, there are some that are on the endangered list.

acorn shell

Mussels, which live in shells and feed by filtering, vital parts of the freshwater ecosystem someone. Mussels, which filter harmful toxins such as algae and bacteria, also provide food and habitat for many species.

However, there are some mussel species that have withdrawn from the support they provide to the ecosystem and have become extinct. flat, native to Alabama and Mississippi pig toe type musselAlthough it has not been observed since 1980, it has recently been included in the group of extinct mussels. Southern acorn peel and stirrup shell and other species among the mussels.

Plateau Scallop, Green-flowered Pearl Mussel, Pearl mussel with tuberculosis flowerThe swollen pearl mussel and the yellow-flowered pearl mussel were also considered endangered.

As we face this bitter truth, we realize that it is one of the most important factors shaping our future balance of nature It is necessary to remember that once again Extinct animals mean not only the loss of a living species but also the loss of ecosystems sustainable future of humanity are indicators.

With conscious environmental policies, sustainability efforts and small steps by individuals, we can reverse our tendency to harm nature and habitats. Healthier and healthier for future generations leaving behind a balanced planet For this reason, we must appreciate nature.

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