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From the time of the earliest European settlement, the Tasmanian Tiger, or Thylacine, was only known on the Australian island of Tasmania. However, fossil evidence and Aboriginal paintings indicate the Thylacine was once widespread throughout the Australian continent and the island of New Guinea.

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How does the Tasmanian Tiger escape from its predators?

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When did Ty the Tasmanian Tiger happen?

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How does the Tasmanian tiger communicate with others?

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What are some alternatives names for the Tasmanian tiger?

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Is the Tasmanian Tiger a Tiger?

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What is the name of the extinct animal from Tasmania called?

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What other name is the Tasmanian tiger referred to as?

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