Peregrine Falcon: Known for its speed and aerial hunting abilities, the peregrine falcon was heavily persecuted in the past but has since recovered thanks to conservation measures and bans on harmful pesticides like DDT.
Whooping Crane: North America's tallest bird, the whooping crane, faced near-extinction due to habitat loss and hunting. Strict conservation efforts, including captive breeding programs, have helped increase their numbers.
California Condor: North America's largest land bird, the California condor, faced extinction in the 1980s due to lead poisoning and habitat destruction. Conservation efforts,
Passenger Pigeon: Once the most abundant bird species in North America, the passenger pigeon was hunted to extinction by the early 20th century.
Eurasian Spoonbill: Found in Europe, Asia, and Africa, the Eurasian spoonbill was historically hunted for its feathers and for food.
Great Egret: Native to the Americas, the great egret was hunted extensively for its beautiful plumes in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Atlantic Puffin: Known for its colorful beak and nesting habits in burrows along coastal cliffs, the Atlantic puffin faced declines due to hunting and habitat degradation.
Sandhill Crane: Found in North America, sandhill cranes were once hunted for food and feathers. Today, they are protected under various conservation laws, and their populations have stabilized thanks to habitat conservation and hunting regulations.