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Tasmanian devil population increases with breeding program

  • Aussie Ark's breeding program in Australia has resulted in the birth of 10 baby Tasmanian devils, with more expected in the future.
  • Tasmanian devils, despite their intimidating name, are harmless creatures that feed on carrion, playing a vital role in maintaining a disease-free environment.
  • The Tasmanian devil population has been declining due to various threats like habitat loss, hunting, poisoning, and a contagious facial cancer.
  • Conservation efforts, including captive breeding programs and wildlife sanctuaries, aim to save the Tasmanian devil from extinction, with recent success in breeding programs yielding new joeys.

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