Which of the Following Species was Driven to Extinction by Overexploitation

Question

Which of the following species was driven to extinction by overexploitation by hunters/fishermen?
A)African elephant
B)the great auk
C)North American bluefin tuna
D)flying foxes
E)American bison

Accepted Answer

The great auk was hunted to extinction for its meat, eggs, feathers, and oil by European hunters and fishermen in the late 19th century. The other species listed are still extant but face threats such as habitat loss, climate change, and overfishing.