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Mammals
Tasmanian Devil
Sarcophilus harrisii
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- 5-6 years
- Weight
- 6-12 kg
- Conservation
- Endangered
The Tasmanian Devil (Sarcophilus harrisii) is a carnivore species found in Tasmanian woodlands. It typically lives 5-6 years, weighing around 6-12 kg, and is currently classified as Endangered on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the tasmanian devil: Their bite force per body size is among the strongest of any mammal.
Mammals are warm-blooded vertebrates that nurse their young and are found on every continent except Antarctica. From tiny rodents to massive whales, this group includes some of the most intelligent and adaptable animals on Earth.