EN Carnivore, Scavenger Forests, Grasslands
4–14 kg
Weight
5–8 yrs
Lifespan
16 km/h
Top Speed
Tasmania, AustraliaFound In
At 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.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| 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 | — | — |
| Lifespan | 6.5 yrs | 12.5 yrs | ↓ 48% |
Range Across 2 Regions
Habitat: Forests, Grasslands
Found In: Tasmania, Australia
Coloration: Black, White
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 21–28 days
Offspring per Birth: 2-4
Lifespan: 5–8 years
An Endangered Species
EN Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List — one of 31 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Endangered Species
Ranked #21 of 31 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | Iberian Lynx | 9–14 kg | EN |
| 20 | Barbary Macaque | 5–13 kg | EN |
| 21 | Tasmanian Devil | 4–14 kg | EN |
| 22 | Lion-tailed Macaque | 2.5–10 kg | EN |
| 23 | Tree Kangaroo | 4–8 kg | EN |
| 24 | Coquerel's Sifaka | 3–6 kg | EN |