extinct
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"The hesperornithiforms retain primitive feather types that may not have been as efficient for insulation as modern plumaceous feathers, and that could explain why they went extinct along with the enantiornithines," says O'Connor.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 11, 2026
In ancient California, they are believed to have existed alongside other extinct native species, including bison-sized Jefferson’s ground sloths, Columbian mammoths and western camels.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 10, 2026
Beavers became extinct in the UK in the 16th Century when they were hunted for their fur, meat and scent glands.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
Today, that Cornhusker tradition has been rendered all but extinct by new technologies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026
These species would most likely be extinct were it not for human intervention.
From "Camp Panda" by Catherine Thimmesh
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