Tasmanian Devil Quiz: What Do You Know?

Quiz Questions

What is the scientific name for the Tasmanian devil?

• Sarcophilus harrisii
• Phascolarctos cinereus
• Thylacinus cynocephalus
• Dasyurus maculatus

What is the average size of a Tasmanian devil?

• 10-15 inches
• 28-33 inches
• 22-27 inches
• 16-21 inches

What is the average weight of a Tasmanian devil?

• 23-28 pounds
• 5-10 pounds
• 11-16 pounds
• 17-22 pounds

What is the lifespan of a Tasmanian devil in the wild?

• 2-3 years
• 6-7 years
• 4-5 years
• 8-9 years

Why are Tasmanian devils endangered?

• Hunting
• Habitat loss
• Disease
• Climate change

What is the name of the infectious facial tumor that is killing Tasmanian devils?

• Tasmanian tumor syndrome
• Devil's tumor virus
• Devil Facial tumor disease
• Devil's cancer

What is the primary food source of Tasmanian devils?

• Fruit
• Insects
• Fish
• Carrion

What is the distinctive feature of Tasmanian devils' vocalizations?

• Low growl
• Maniacal scream
• High-pitched screech
• Loud roar

What is the purpose of the white markings on Tasmanian devils' ears?

• To communicate with other devils
• To intimidate predators
• To attract mates
• To aid in identification

What is the habitat of Tasmanian devils?

• Woodland
• Tundra
• Rainforest
• Desert

What is the gestation period of Tasmanian devils?

• 8-9 weeks
• 4-5 weeks
• 21 days
• 6-7 weeks

How many young do Tasmanian devils typically have in a litter?

• 1-2
• 3-4
• 7-8
• 5-6

What is the maximum speed of Tasmanian devils?

• 5 mph
• 15 mph
• 20 mph
• 10 mph

What is the scientific classification of Tasmanian devils?

• Mammalia, Carnivora, Canidae, Canis
• Mammalia, Dasyuromorphia, Dasyuridae, Sarcophilus
• Mammalia, Peramelemorphia, Peramelidae, Perameles
• Mammalia, Diprotodontia, Phascolarctidae, Phascolarctos

What is the range of Tasmanian devils?

• Papua New Guinea
• Australia
• Tasmania
• New Zealand