Tasmanian devil Mary is found on the Gold Coast after more than two weeks on the run. Multiple outlets report she escaped from a quarantine facility at Paradise Country early on 2 June, having cleared a fence following what keepers describe as an “abnormally large leap.” The animal is reported to have travelled or survived undetected while search teams used thermal imaging drones and tracking efforts.
After being located in bushland near the theme park, Mary is taken to hospital in an unstable condition, according to reports cited by national outlets. One report places her discovery about 2 kilometres from her quarantine home.
Coverage also indicates Mary is undergoing treatment and recovery, including further monitoring after capture. While some reports note she has taken her first bites after the initial incident, other reporting emphasizes she is not yet fully out of danger as veterinary staff continue care. Mary’s escape has drawn attention because the species is listed as endangered and the animal is located far from its native Tasmanian range.
