AustraliaThe Tasmanian Tiger is an extinct species formerly found in Australia. Once inhabiting Australia habitats, it belonged to the Thylacinidae family.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Tasmanian Tiger | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 25 kg | 50 kg | ↓ 50% |
| Height | 115 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 56 km/h | 48 km/h | ↑ 17% |
| Avg Speed | 56 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Tasmanian Tiger inhabits Australia habitats. It can be found in Australia.
Typical coloring: Yellow-brown.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Tasmanian Tiger is a solitary species belonging to the Thylacinidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
EX The Tasmanian Tiger is classified as Extinct. There are 1 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Tasmanian Tiger’s weight of 20–30 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 50 kg.
Related Species
How much does a Tasmanian Tiger weigh?
A Tasmanian Tiger typically weighs 20–30 kg, which is below average compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Tasmanian Tiger?
The Tasmanian Tiger is classified as “Extinct”. There are 1 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Tasmanian Tiger live?
The Tasmanian Tiger is found in Australia, in australia habitats.
How does the Tasmanian Tiger reproduce?
The Tasmanian Tiger has a gestation period of 121–128 days and typically produces 1-4 (usually 2-3) offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026