10 janv. 36400000 av. J.-C. - Late Devonian Extinction

Description:

eliminating about 75% of all species, particularly marine life. This extinction primarily affected coral reefs, trilobites, and jawless fish, while terrestrial plants and early tetrapods also experienced significant losses.

Causes:
Anoxia (Low Oxygen Levels) – Oceanic anoxia led to widespread marine die-offs.
Volcanic Activity – Large-scale eruptions (e.g., in the Siberian Traps) released greenhouse gases, contributing to climate instability.
Plant Evolution & Soil Erosion – The spread of deep-rooted plants altered nutrient cycles, leading to algal blooms, oxygen depletion, and habitat destruction.

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