Local extinction is where a species (or other taxon) ceases to exist in the chosen area of study, but still exists elsewhere. This phenomenon is also known as extirpation. Local extinctions are contrasted with global extinctions. Found on http://www.conservewildlifenj.org/glossary/
Refers to species that formerly occurred in Wisconsin but no longer include the state within their range. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22032
Refers to species that formerly occurred in Wisconsin but no longer include the state within their range. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22044
Refers to a species that is extinct in a certain area. For example, the elk was extirpated from Wisconsin in the late 1800s. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22217