AustraliaEndemic to Australia, the Thorny Devil is an insectivore species inhabiting desert, scrublands habitats. Weighing Up to 85 g, it is classified as Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Thorny Devil | Insectivore Reptiles Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 85 g | 375 g | ↓ 77% |
| Height | 20 cm | — | — |
| Avg Speed | 0.2 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Thorny Devil inhabits desert, scrublands habitats. It can be found in Australia.
Typical coloring: Brown, Tan.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Thorny Devil is a solitary species belonging to the Agamidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Thorny Devil is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 4 insectivore reptiles, the Thorny Devil’s weight of Up to 85 g is significantly lower than the group median of 375 g.
Weight rank: #63 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Thorny Devil weigh?
A Thorny Devil typically weighs Up to 85 g, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 375 g among insectivore reptiles.
What is the conservation status of the Thorny Devil?
The Thorny Devil is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Thorny Devil live?
The Thorny Devil is found in Australia, in desert, scrublands habitats.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026