Ice Age Australia
The Ancients
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Climate Change and Megafauna Extinction in Australia
This chapter examines the effects of climate change, particularly aridification, on the megafauna of Pleistocene Australia, emphasizing the vulnerabilities these creatures faced. It discusses the intricate relationship between environmental changes and human activities, advocating for a comprehensive understanding of extinction factors that includes both anthropogenic and climatic influences. Highlighting the collaboration between paleontologists and Indigenous perspectives, the chapter stresses the need for nuanced research to better understand past extinctions and inform current conservation efforts.
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