What was the course of easter islands collapse?

The collapse of Easter Island's civilization is believed to have been primarily caused by deforestation due to overexploitation of resources for agriculture, construction, and transportation of the moai statues. This led to soil erosion, loss of biodiversity, and societal upheaval, resulting in a dwindling population and resource scarcity. The collapse serves as a stark warning about the consequences of unsustainable resource management on a small, isolated island ecosystem.