👉 In the context of natural history and biology, an "extinctionist" is a scientist or researcher who studies the consequences of human activities on ecosystems. This type of research often involves examining how changes in climate, habitat fragmentation, pollution, and other factors can lead to the loss of biodiversity and the decline of species populations. Extinctionists are interested in understanding why certain species have gone extinct or what steps can be taken to prevent or reverse such events. They may study ecosystems that are under threat from
