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Human intervention has undeniably played a pivotal role in the extinction of numerous animals. As civilizations expanded, habitats were destroyed, and hunting became rampant. The Tasmanian tiger, or thylacine, is a prime example. By the late 20th century, predation and human hunting led to its extinction, with the last known sighting in 1936. Historically, these creatures regulated other animal populations and diseases, highlighting the delicate balance of ecosystems disrupted by their loss. Today, projects aiming to revive the thylacine are underway, utilizing preserved DNA samples to recreate the species.