Aurochs were massive wild cattle and the direct ancestors of modern cows. Once roaming freely across the vast grasslands of Eurasia, they were known for their enormous size, long curved horns, and fearless nature. Even apex predators hesitated to challenge them. Sadly, intensive human hunting and habitat loss led to the extinction of this powerful species. The story of the aurochs is a reminder of how human actions can permanently change the natural world. #Aurochs #ExtinctAnimals #WildlifeHisto

2.5K views · 90 reactions | The domestic cows we're familiar with today are descendants of an enormous, now extinct species. Museum scientist Roula Pappa explains the story of the aurochs. #OurBrokenPlanet | Natural History Museum, London | Facebook