3. Tasmanian Tiger (Thylacine)
The Tasmanian tiger, or thylacine, was a remarkable marsupial predator with a striking, striped back and a dog-like silhouette. Native to Australia and especially Tasmania, it fell victim to intensive hunting, habitat loss, and disease. Declared extinct in the 20th century, the thylacine’s disappearance left a void in its ecosystem—and in the public imagination. Persistent rumors and occasional “sightings” have only deepened the fascination with this enigmatic animal.
