Mammals:
* Endemic marsupials:
* Tasmanian Devil: The iconic carnivorous marsupial known for its fierce demeanor and distinctive scream.
* Eastern Quoll: A smaller, more agile carnivorous marsupial that preys on insects, reptiles, and small mammals.
* Sugar Glider: A nocturnal, gliding marsupial with a distinctive membrane that allows it to glide between trees.
* Bennett's Wallaby: A small, agile wallaby that is common in Tasmanian forests.
* Eastern Grey Kangaroo: A large, powerful kangaroo that can be found in open forests and grasslands.
* Tasmanian Pademelon: A small, reddish-brown wallaby that is common in forests and woodlands.
* Brushtail Possum: A nocturnal, arboreal marsupial that feeds on leaves, fruits, and insects.
* Ringtail Possum: A small, agile marsupial with a prehensile tail that helps it climb trees.
* Short-nosed Bandicoot: A small, insectivorous marsupial with a short, pointed snout.
* Eastern Bettong: A nocturnal, burrowing marsupial that feeds on fungi and bulbs.
* Introduced mammals:
* Red Fox: A predatory canid that was introduced to Tasmania in the 19th century and has had a significant impact on native wildlife.
* European Rabbit: A herbivorous mammal that was introduced to Tasmania in the 19th century and has become a pest species.
* Feral Cat: A domesticated cat that has become feral and preys on native wildlife.
Birds:
* Endemic birds:
* Tasmanian Native Hen: A large, flightless bird with a distinctive red wattle.
* Tasmanian Scrub-bird: A shy and elusive bird that is only found in Tasmania.
* Forty-spotted Pardalote: A small, brightly colored bird with a distinctive black and yellow pattern.
* Tasmanian Wedge-tailed Eagle: A large, powerful eagle that is a top predator in Tasmanian forests.
* Other birds:
* Black Cockatoo: A large, black cockatoo with a distinctive red crest.
* Wattlebird: A nectar-feeding bird that is common in Tasmanian forests.
* Grey Shrike-thrush: A small, grey bird with a distinctive white eye-ring.
Reptiles and Amphibians:
* Lizards:
* Skink: A group of small, agile lizards that are common in Tasmanian forests.
* Gecko: A group of nocturnal lizards with adhesive toe pads that allow them to climb smooth surfaces.
* Snakes:
* Tiger Snake: A venomous snake that is found in forests and woodlands.
* Copperhead: A venomous snake that is found in coastal areas and forests.
* Frogs:
* Green Tree Frog: A small, green frog that is common in forests and woodlands.
Insects:
* Butterflies:
* Monarch Butterfly: A large, migratory butterfly that can be seen in Tasmania during the spring and summer months.
* Common Blue Butterfly: A small, blue butterfly that is common in Tasmanian forests.
* Beetles:
* Longicorn Beetle: A group of beetles with long, thin antennae.
* Stag Beetle: A group of beetles with large mandibles that they use to fight with other males.
* Ants:
* Black Ant: A common ant that is found in Tasmanian forests.
* Bull Ant: A large, aggressive ant that has a painful sting.
This is just a small selection of the many animals that live in Tasmanian forests. The diversity of life in these forests is a testament to the unique and fascinating ecosystems of Tasmania.