Tasmanian Devil

Conservation Status: Endangered

Meet Australia’s iconic predator up close. Discover the Tasmanian Devil, the world’s largest surviving carnivorous marsupial, and learn how Paradise Country is helping protect this incredible species from extinction.

Meet Slinky!

Slinky is our resident Tasmanian Devil at Paradise Country, joining us from Healesville Sanctuary as part of the Zoo and Aquarium Association's breeding program dedicated to conserving this iconic Australian species.

Known for his keen senses and nocturnal habits, Slinky spends his days resting and becomes active after dark. Visit him in our specially designed nocturnal exhibit within the Wildlife Walkthrough to learn more about his role in protecting one of Australia's most unique and endangered animals.

Meet Slinky!

Slinky is our resident Tasmanian Devil at Paradise Country, joining us from Healesville Sanctuary as part of the Zoo and Aquarium Association's breeding program dedicated to conserving this iconic Australian species.

Known for his keen senses and nocturnal habits, Slinky spends his days resting and becomes active after dark. Visit him in our specially designed nocturnal exhibit within the Wildlife Walkthrough to learn more about his role in protecting one of Australia's most unique and endangered animals.

Meet Slinky!

Slinky is our resident Tasmanian Devil at Paradise Country, joining us from Healesville Sanctuary as part of the Zoo and Aquarium Association's breeding program dedicated to conserving this iconic Australian species.

Known for his keen senses and nocturnal habits, Slinky spends his days resting and becomes active after dark. Visit him in our specially designed nocturnal exhibit within the Wildlife Walkthrough to learn more about his role in protecting one of Australia's most unique and endangered animals.

Meet Slinky!

Slinky is our resident Tasmanian Devil at Paradise Country, joining us from Healesville Sanctuary as part of the Zoo and Aquarium Association's breeding program dedicated to conserving this iconic Australian species.

Known for his keen senses and nocturnal habits, Slinky spends his days resting and becomes active after dark. Visit him in our specially designed nocturnal exhibit within the Wildlife Walkthrough to learn more about his role in protecting one of Australia's most unique and endangered animals.

Animal Facts

Location

Only found in Tasmania, Australia. – Habitat consists of forests, woodlands, and coastal scrublands.

Behaviour

Group: "Screech" or "Cheer" - Usually solitary, shy and nocturnal, but loud when feeding or threatened.

Simple illustration of a meat leg or ham with a bone inside, depicted in grey on a plain background.

Diet

Scavengers – eat carrion (dead animals), can crush bones, fur, and all with super-strong jaws.

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Did you know?

Joeys are smaller than a grain of rice at birth; mum can have 50 but only 4 survive.

Location

Only found in Tasmania, Australia. – Habitat consists of forests, woodlands, and coastal scrublands.

Behaviour

Group: "Screech" or "Cheer" - Usually solitary, shy and nocturnal, but loud when feeding or threatened.

Simple illustration of a meat leg or ham with a bone inside, depicted in grey on a plain background.

Diet

Scavengers – eat carrion (dead animals), can crush bones, fur, and all with super-strong jaws.

Illustration of a lightbulb with a brain inside it and lines radiating outward, symbolizing creativity or an idea.

Did you know?

Joeys are smaller than a grain of rice at birth; mum can have 50 but only 4 survive.

Tasmanian Devils Need Our Help!

Save the Tasmanian Devil Program

Their population is plummeting. See how you can support!
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Tasmanian Devils Need Our Help!

Save the Tasmanian Devil Program

Their population is plummeting. See how you can support!
More Info

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