North Americas Lost Parrot

The video discusses the Carolina Parakeet, a parrot species once endemic to the US, detailing its characteristics, habitat, and extinction. The parakeet's extinction was rapid, likely due to human activities like hunting and habitat destruction. Genetic studies reveal no signs of inbreeding, suggesting a sudden extinction. The video emphasizes the importance of learning from past extinctions to protect current species.

What role did cockle burr play in the diet of the Carolina Parakeet?

What can the extinction of the Carolina Parakeet teach us about modern species conservation?