The Tasmanian devil is an animal, which cannot be mistaken with any other. Its piercing voice, black fur and aggressive disposition caused European settlers’ associations with the devil. Alike the demonic creature, it lives in the nighttime. But really he is not so fast to hunt in the daytime. The maximum speed of the Tasmanian devil is ten kilometers per hour.

Being the biggest marsupial predator, the animal attacks practically all middle and small species. The Tasmanian devil weights sixteen kilos, and its body length is less than sixty centimeters. It even attacks snakes, reptiles and sheep. The daily necessity in food of Tasmanian devil is approximately 15% from its mass. That’s why it also eats carrion and is being a sanitary, destroying potential sources of disease.

Strong jaws and teeth help the Tasmanian devil to fight bigger animals. It really can tear up the skull or the spine. There are white spots on its fur. Tasmanian devil can be domesticated and madr a peaceful, friendly pet. Cleanliness is the part of this animal. It often cleans itself, like a home cat.

Although Tasmanian devil is active in the nighttime, it also likes sunbathing. It can swim well and also climb the trees at early age. Its natural length of life is eight years. The males and females of this kind meet only during coupling. The Tasmanian devil can live in different regions. It used to live in Australia, but disappeared because of dingo. Nowadays Tasmanian devils can be met on the Tasmanian island.