About This Species
The Tasmanian devil (Sarcophilus harrisii) is the world’s largest surviving marsupial carnivore, now found exclusively in Tasmania. Once present on the Australian mainland, they now face significant threats to their survival. Tasmanian devils typically weigh between 8–14 kg (males) or 5–9 kg (females), with body lengths ranging from 57 cm (females) to around 65 cm (males). They have a short lifespan, typically 5-6 years in the wild and up to 8 years in captivity.
Threats They Face
Tasmanian devils face a critical threat to their survival:
DFTD poses a severe threat to the species’ long-term survival and has significantly impacted Tasmania’s ecosystem.
How Aussie Ark Is Helping
Aussie Ark, building upon the success of Devil Ark, operates as Australia’s largest mainland breeding facility for DFTD-free Tasmanian devils. Their efforts are crucial for the species’ survival:
Aussie Ark’s work is essential for securing the long-term future of Tasmanian devils.
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