Saving the Tasmanian Devil: How Science Is Helping the World’s Largest Marsupial Carnivore Survive

This account follows scientists and others responding to Devil Facial Tumor Disease, an often fatal illness that has sharply affected wild Tasmanian devil populations. It describes efforts to capture and breed healthy devils for possible return to the wild, investigate the disease, and develop experimental treatments. Alongside the conservation work, the book provides information about the animals themselves, including their social behavior and the fact that they are less fierce than commonly believed. The focus is on wildlife, disease research, and the varied work intended to protect the species.