Tasmania, AustraliaAt just 4–14 kg, the Tasmanian Devil is one of the lightest carnivore mammals (#29 of 32). Found in Tasmania, Australia, it inhabits forests, grasslands habitats.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Tasmanian Devil | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 9 kg | 50 kg | ↓ 82% |
| Height | 53 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 16 km/h | 48 km/h | ↓ 67% |
| Avg Speed | 16 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Tasmanian Devil inhabits forests, grasslands habitats. It can be found in Tasmania, Australia.
Typical coloring: Black, White.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Tasmanian Devil is a solitary species belonging to the Dasyuridae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
EN The Tasmanian Devil is classified as Endangered. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Tasmanian Devil’s weight of 4–14 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #21 of 31 Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Whale | Up to 200 tons | EN |
| 2 | Asian Elephant | 2000–5000 kg | EN |
| 3 | Whale Shark | Up to 1500 kg | EN |
| 4 | Grevy's Zebra | 350–450 kg | EN |
| 5 | Baird's Tapir | 150–400 kg | EN |
Related Species
How much does a Tasmanian Devil weigh?
A Tasmanian Devil typically weighs 4–14 kg, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Tasmanian Devil?
The Tasmanian Devil is classified as “Endangered”. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Tasmanian Devil live?
The Tasmanian Devil is found in Tasmania, Australia, in forests, grasslands habitats.
How does the Tasmanian Devil reproduce?
The Tasmanian Devil has a gestation period of 21–28 days and typically produces 2-4 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026