These new little Tasmanian devil joeys are as clingy as human babies

Not just a Looney Tune, Tasmanian devils are some of Australia’s most unique little creatures, at risk of extinction from disease and dwindling in numbers.

But there’s adorably good news afoot.

Dubbo’s Taronga Western Plains Zoo has welcomed the arrival of not one but two litters of Tasmanian devil joeys, the first with three joeys and the second with four.

First-time mums Lana and Pooki have done bloody great work bringing seven little devils into the world. Lana’s (two male, one female) arrived on March 19 and are currently exploring outside the den, while Pooki’s only showed up on June 19 and are yet to emerge from the pouch. Read more…

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