Platypus diplomacy by Australia to woo foreign countries caused intrigue and headlines. But it didn’t always end well for the ...

The platypus, a native of eastern Australia, is a puzzling creature with features from birds, mammals, and reptiles. Male platypuses possess a venomous spur, primarily used during breeding season.

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