The L.A. Zoo Is The New Home Of Two Tasmanian Devils — Danny Zuko And Crush Just Arrived From Australia

It’s been five years, but the wait is finally over: Tasmanian devils are back at the L.A. Zoo! These little creatures might be small, but they’ve got big personalities and even bigger appetites. Two males, named Danny Zuko and Crush (yes, like the movie characters!), just arrived and are now hanging out at the zoo’s ***Animals of Australia* exhibit. [The L.A. Zoo](https://secretlosangeles.com/zoos-los-angeles/) has a long history with these unique animals and is excited to welcome them again. This new arrival is part of a collaboration with the Australian government to help raise awareness about endangered species. Visitors now have the chance to see these rare marsupials up close, and maybe even catch them in action during feeding time! Danny and Crush were born at Aussie Ark, a non-profit conservation group based in New South Wales. Aussie Ark works hard to protect Australia’s native [wildlife](https://secretlosangeles.com/la-worlds-largest-wildlife-crossing-milestone/) by running breeding programs for species like Tasmanian devils, eastern quolls, and long-nosed potoroos. Tasmanian devils live only in Tasmania, the island south of Australia’s mainland. They’re tough little creatures with big heads, strong jaws, and loud voices. While they may look clumsy, they’re fast, clever, and excellent scavengers, they help clean up the environment by eating dead animals. Sadly, Tasmanian devils are an endangered species. Their numbers have gone down because of habitat loss, dog attacks, and strange diseases. That’s why places like the L.A. Zoo are so important to protect the species.** Source: https://secretlosangeles.com/tasmanian-devils-la-zoo/