The Liberal Government is committed to the fight to save the Tasmanian Devil.
Between September and April the numbers of Tasmanian Devils killed on our roads increases significantly as juveniles disperse from dens and there are more cars on our roads due to the tourist season.
Tasmanians can help save the endangered species by slowing down on our roads between dusk and dawn to avoid hitting these iconic animals, which are under threat from the deadly Devil Facial Tumour Disease (DFTD).
Although DFTD is the principle threat facing Devils, roadkill can have a devastating effect on already diminished populations.
Road users are encouraged to report devils killed by vehicles to the Save the Tasmanian Devil Program (STDP) Roadkill Project, which collects data from around the state and uses this information to direct mitigation activities, as well as to monitor the spread of the disease.
Public assistance is a valuable resource in the fight against the disease, and helps the STDP, the Tasmanian Government, local councils, and private businesses to apply mitigation measures.
It is important that members of the public should never put themselves or others in danger when collecting roadkill information, and never touch roadkill.
There are a number of ways to report roadkill: fill out the online Roadkill Project form available at www.tassiedevil.com.au; pick up a form from one of the many outlets listed on the website and mail it in; send a message (and a photo if possible) to 0427 733 511 or email [email protected]
Matthew Groom, Minister for Environment, Parks and Heritage
