A Gold Coast wildlife park has released CCTV footage showing a missing Tasmanian devil named Mary making her early morning escape. Paradise Country's security cameras captured the carnivorous marsupial skulking around the deserted grounds at 4am before she scampered out of frame.
As of Wednesday afternoon, despite a dozen of the park's wildlife team scouring the area—alongside a drone operator with thermal imagery capabilities—Mary remained missing. The park has called on the public to report any sightings but warned that Mary is shy and may be hiding in nearby bushland.
Search Efforts Intensify
The search for Mary has involved multiple teams and advanced technology. Park staff have been combing through vegetation and setting up traps baited with food. The drone operator used thermal imaging to try to detect Mary's body heat, but so far without success.
Public Assistance Requested
Paradise Country has urged residents and visitors in the Gold Coast area to keep an eye out for Mary. She is described as a medium-sized Tasmanian devil with distinctive white markings on her chest. Anyone who sees her is advised not to approach but to contact the park immediately.
Tasmanian devils are endangered, and Mary's escape is a significant concern for conservation efforts. The park is hopeful that she will be found safe and returned to her enclosure.
