Dodo's Demise: Unveiling the Walgvogel's Extinction Mystery
Deze Uitgestorven Vogel Werd Ook Wel Walgvogel Genoemd: The Dodo's Tragic Tale Picture this: a bird, roughly the size of a turkey, completely flightless, and so trusting it'd practically waddle into your arms. That was the dodo, Raphus cucullatus, a unique creature found only on the island of Mauritius. Also known as the "walgvogel" (Afrikaans for something like "disgusting bird," perhaps reflecting its taste or appearance to early settlers), this gentle giant stands as a potent symbol of extinction—a stark reminder of humanity's impact....