Mary the Tasmanian Devil has returned to Paradise Country after spending almost a week at a specialist vet hospital.
Mary has been undergoing treatment around the clock after being found in bushland last Tuesday, two weeks after escaping the wildlife park.
But while Mary’s condition has improved dramatically, she is not out of the woods yet.
Mary had suffered inflammation of the brain during her two-week escapade and was rushed into care when she was eventually located.
But Paradise Country’s Curator of Wildlife Lauren Mousely says Mary is a fighter.
“While Mary is not out of the woods yet, this is a positive development, and we are pleased to welcome her back to Paradise Country, with our wildlife and vet teams continuing to care and support her,” Mousley said.
“Throughout her recovery, Mary has showed a fighting spirit, and it is lovely to see the improvements in her condition.”
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Mary has been treated to her favourite food of kangaroo meat since returning.
Village Roadshow Theme Parks head veterinarian Dr Claire Madden says Mary has shown significant improvement over the past two days.
“Her demeanour’s looking much more devil-like and more normal. We’re seeing much greater strength and coordination as she uses those limbs,” Dr Madden said.
“She’s certainly not normal yet. She certainly is well and truly still within the recovery phase of her condition, but very pleased to report that she’s had a promising weekend.”
