Tasmanian Devils May Be Rapidly Evolving To Resist A Deadly Cancer

Tasmanian devils have proven themselves to be survivors.

An “evolutionary relic,” researchers have found evidence of devil life dating back 100,000 years; its ancestors have been around for millions. It’s the largest carnivorous marsupial left on the planet, having outlived others like the Tasmanian wolf and marsupial lion. And despite being driven to extinction on the mainland of Australia around four centuries ago, the tenacious creature managed to win the battle for its continued existence, successfully carving out a home for itself on the island state of Tasmania.