What is Australian megafauna?
Q: What is Australian megafauna?
A: Australian megafauna refers to a group of animal species in Australia that are larger than their closest living relatives.
Q: When did these species become extinct?
A: These species became extinct during the Pleistocene, which is estimated to be between 16,100±100 to 50,000 years before present.
Q: Have the exact extinction dates been known for a long time?
A: No, the exact dates for their extinction have only been discovered recently.
Q: Are there any similarities between Australian megafauna and creatures from Aboriginal dreamtime?
A: Yes, some mythological creatures from the Aboriginal dreamtime look similar to animals from the prehistoric Australian megafauna.
Q: Why is it called "megafauna"?
A: These animals are referred to as megafauna because they are much larger than their closest living relatives.
Q: Are there any living animals in Australia that are considered megafauna?
A: No, there are no living animals in Australia that are considered megafauna.
Q: Why did these species become extinct?
A: The reasons for their extinction are not entirely clear, but it is believed that climate change and human activity played a role.
