Height
2.5 meters
Year Built
2005
Address
Mole Creek Road, Mole Creek, TAS 7304
The Lowdown
The Big Tasmanian Devil in Mole Creek celebrates one of Australia's most unique and threatened animals - the Tasmanian devil, the world's largest surviving marsupial carnivore. This characterful sculpture captures the devil's stocky build, powerful jaws, and unmistakable black and white markings that have made it an icon of Tasmanian wildlife. Once common across mainland Australia, devils are now found only in Tasmania, where they face the additional threat of Devil Facial Tumour Disease. Conservation efforts based at facilities near Mole Creek are working to save this species. The Big Tasmanian Devil invites visitors to learn about these fascinating creatures and the efforts to ensure their survival.
Did you know?
"Devils can eat up to 40% of their body weight in one meal"
History
The Big Tasmanian Devil was erected around 2005 to celebrate Tasmania's most iconic animal. Devils once lived across Australia but became extinct on the mainland about 3,000 years ago, possibly due to competition with dingoes. Since the 1990s, Devil Facial Tumour Disease has devastated populations, making conservation breeding programs critical. Facilities near Mole Creek are part of the effort to save the species.
More Fun Facts
- •Tasmanian devils have the strongest bite relative to body size of any mammal
- •Their name comes from early settlers who were terrified by their screams at night
- •Devils can eat up to 40% of their body weight in one meal
- •Baby devils are called imps or joeys
- •Conservation breeding is helping establish disease-free populations
Visiting Tips
- 💡Visit nearby wildlife parks to see real Tasmanian devils
- 💡The Mole Creek caves are spectacular underground attractions
- 💡Devils Gullet lookout nearby has stunning wilderness views
- 💡Trowunna Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the best places to see devils
- 💡Support conservation by visiting ethical wildlife facilities
Opening Hours
The Big Tasmanian Devil can be viewed at any time.
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