thylacine-dreams:

New 3D images of Tasmanian tigers reveal evolutionary secrets

“Melbourne researchers have used Tasmanian tiger specimens more than a century old to create new 3D digital models, unlocking mysteries of the marsupial’s development before it was hunted to extinction.

Researchers say it’s the first time a series of wholly-preserved specimens of an extinct species has been digitally scanned, creating a unique timeline of early development from joeys aged just a few days old to fully-grown juveniles.

Eleven specimens from across Australia and overseas were scanned to create 3D models of the skeletons and internal organs of Tasmanian tiger joeys.

The images have revealed how at birth, the species displayed the typical marsupial characteristic of overly strong forelimbs to crawl from the mother’s birth canal into her pouch, but by five weeks of age their hind legs developed to look more like a dingo.”

Via ABC News.

sianaretrac:

Thylacine

Author: 1911 footage by “Mr. Williamson”, 1933 footage by David Fleay. Authors of the 1928 footage are unknown.
Date: 1911, 1928 (2-4), and 1933.

animalsnatureveganism:

Extinct animals: Tasmanian tiger 
“The Thylacine [Tasmanian Tiger] is a strong candidate for cloning and other molecular science projects due to its recent demise and the existence of several well preserved specimens.”

I’m watching a Documentary on Tasmanian Tigers so I felt the need to sketch one of these out- I think Thylacines are gorgeous animals, and it’s a tragedy they’re extinct. Or rather, considered so.

However, I do believe there is a small population still alive in Tasmania somewhere. I like to think I might be able to see one in person someday.

But probably not.