Unless you live in Australia, though, chances are, you have probably never seen a platypus before. So, what is this extraordinary creature from down under? Here are some incredible facts about the ...

But did you know there’s even more to this strange creature? Let’s dive in and explore six weird facts about the platypus! One of the most unexpected facts about platypuses is that they lay ...

For decades, scientists have known that platypuses and echidnas – Australia’s unique egg-laying mammals – have another ...

When swimming, the platypus uses its short, webbed front limbs and partially webbed hind limbs to propel itself through the water. Their distinctive bill is not hard like a duck’s bill but is ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Australia’s famed platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) is one funky ...

Found in Australia and New Guinea, the platypus and echidna are called monotremes, and they are unique for being the only mammals that lay eggs. The amphibious platypus has a bill and webbed feet ...

Notoriously tough to count, the venomous, egg-laying mammals seem to be declining. Platypus researcher and ecologist Josh Griffiths cradles a female platypus he just captured. Researchers are ...