The Tasmanian devil is a carnivorous marsupial of the family Dasyuridae. They are very solatry animals, live in burrows and
will only get together during mating times. Where do they live: Tasmania, an island of the South cost of Australia. What do they eat: Meat, moths as they are scavengers with a great sense of smell. Whats their habitat: Coastal scrublands and forests. How many left in the wild: 10,000 to 20,000 Conservation status: Endangered (Population decreasing) Major threats: The key threat to the survival of Tasmanian devils in the wild is Devil Facial Tumour Disease (DFTD). |
YouTubeWatch some more videos of the Tasmanian Devils in action or watch the documentary one below.
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WikipediaLearn more facts about the amazing Tasmanian Devil - also don't forget to leave your comments below.
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Conservation ProjectAustralia Zoo are one of the few Zoos who have a field project to protect the few animals left in the wild.
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