LC Insectivore Desert, Scrublands
Up to 85 g
Weight
5–20 yrs
Lifespan
N/A
Top Speed
AustraliaFound In
Endemic to Australia, the Thorny Devil is an insectivore species inhabiting desert, scrublands habitats. Weighing Up to 85 g, it is classified as Least Concern.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Thorny Devil | Insectivore Reptiles Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 85 g | 375 g | ↓ 77% |
| Height | 20 cm | — | — |
| Avg Speed | 0.2 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 12.5 yrs | 12.5 yrs | — 0% |
Endemic to Australia
Habitat: Desert, Scrublands
Found In: Australia
Coloration: Brown, Tan
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Population & Outlook
LC Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List — one of 66 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Least Concern Species
Ranked #63 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Squirrel Monkey | 0.5–1 kg | LC |
| 62 | Star-Nosed Mole | Up to 60 g | LC |
| 63 | Thorny Devil | Up to 85 g | LC |
| 64 | Toco Toucan | 540–700 g | LC |
| 65 | Tufted Puffin | 0.4–1 kg | LC |
| 66 | Vampire Bat | Up to 50 g | LC |
The Agamidae Family
The Agamidae family has 3 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bearded Dragon | Up to 600 g | Omnivore | NE |
| Frilled Lizard | Up to 0.5 kg | Insectivore, Herbivore | LC |