The last of the mammoths | Natural History Museum

Why did the woolly mammoth go extinct? Museum mammoths expert Professor Adrian Lister discusses what his research reveals about the cause. Find out more about Museum research into the last major extinction of large mammals: 00:00 The Last of the Mammoths 00:36 How did the woolly mammoth die out? 01:08 Could human hunters have wiped mammoths out? 01:31 So, what else could have caused mammoths extinction? 02:11 Why is eating grass a clue to the disappearance of mammoths? ---------------- The Natural History Museum in London is home to over 80 million objects, including meteorites, dinosaur bones and a giant squid. Our channel brings the Museum to you - from what goes on behind the scenes to surprising science and stories from our scientists. Subscribe to our channel for the latest films and live broadcasts about the natural world Browse our shop: Website: Twitter: Facebook: Instagram: