The Tasmanian Devil

What would you do if you heard a blood-curdling scream coming from the forest? For Wally the wombat and Padma the pademelon, there’s only one reasonable answer: go find out what made it. As night falls over the forests of Tasmania, the two friends hear something strange among the eucalyptus trees. First comes a scream. Then a growl. Then the unmistakable CRUNCH of something eating a bone. Whatever is hiding behind those ferns must be enormous. Ferocious. Possibly bigger than a house. Or … maybe Wally and Padma are getting a little carried away. Their search leads them to a creature they weren’t expecting, and a chance to see those frightening sounds from a completely different point of view. In this episode, we’ll get to know the Tasmanian devil and learn:  - What it means to be a marsupial - How Tasmanian devils use powerful jaws to help them crunch through bones and other tough food - Why these nocturnal animals scream, growl, show their teeth, and open their mouths incredibly wide Wild and Kind Kids is a screen-free animal podcast for curious kids ages 3–8 and their grown-ups. Each episode combines movement, animal facts, an original story grounded in real science, and a Wild and Kind Mission that helps children see how they can care for wildlife, too. Perfect for car rides, quiet time, homeschool science, or a family story together. **Keep exploring:** - Learn more about the work of Devils@Cradle and the WWF and see how to adopt a Tasmanian devil - Download a tasmanian devil coloring sheet - Follow us on Instagram @wildandkindkidspod - Join our Kids Club or request an animal at wildandkindkids.com **Learn along with us and explore some of the resources we consulted:** - See Tasmanian Devils (Photo Ark by National Geographic) - Tasmanian devil (National Geographic Kids) - Tasmanian devil facts for kids (Tasmanian Government) - Tasmanian devil (Perth Zoo) - Toledo Zoo discovers Tasmanian Devils that glow (NPR)