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Tasmanian devil: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Sarcophilus harrisii

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Tasmanian devil (Sarcophilus harrisii) standing on grass with mouth open wide, showing teeth.
A Tasmanian devil with dark fur and a white chest patch stands alert with one paw resting on the edge of a bowl, looking forward.
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