11 déc. 1681 av. J.-C. - Dodo extinction
Description:
In 1505, the Portuguese became the first humans to set foot on Mauritius. The island quickly became a stopover for ships engaged in the spice trade. Weighing up to 50 pounds, the dodo bird was a welcome source of fresh meat for the sailors. Large numbers of dodo birds were killed for food.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
11 déc. 1681 av. J.-C.
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 3710 ans