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Where to get a female platypus?
Platypuses are a protected native species, and are not permitted to be kept as pets. Only a limited number of zoos and universities have licences for research or display of platypuses.
Is it possible to find a live platypus in the US?
No. There are not believed to be any platypuses in zoos outside of Australia. Even in Australia, there are strict limits on the numbers of universities, zoos and sanctuaries which are licensed to keep platypuses for either display or research purposes.
Can cougars be found in zoos?
no they can not
Are sun bears in North American zoos?
Yes, they are in a few. Some of the zoos which have Sun Bears are Honolulu, Oregon and San Diego according to a Google search of Sun Bears in Zoos.
Where do penguins live in Europe?
No penguins do not live in the Norhtern Hemisphere including Europe, Asia, and North America. Unless they are in zoos for display.
Does a platypus live in Latin America?
Only as pets or on zoos; these animals are from Australia.
Are white tigers on display?
yes at some zoos
What zoos in the United States have black jaguars on display?
There are several zoos in the United States that have black jaguars on display. These zoos are the following: Philadelphia Zoo, San Diego Zoo, Cincinnati Zoo, Memphis Zoo and Bronx Zoo.
Is a duck bill platypus in a zoo?
There are not believed to be any platypuses in zoos outside of Australia. Even in Australia, there are strict limits on the numbers of universities, zoos and sanctuaries which are licensed to keep platypuses for either display or research purposes.
Is it legal to own a platypus in Poland?
No. It is not legal for anyone, in any country, to own a platypus. Special licences are granted for certain zoos and animal sanctuaries in Australia to keep platypuses, but strict regulations must be met to ensure the platypus is kept in a way that completely mimics its natural habitat. Currently, in 2014, no zoos outside of Australia have platypuses.
How much does it cost to feed a platypus for a year?
Since the average person cannot have a platypus, the question is moot. Regarding zoos and animal sanctuaries, costs of running a suitable environment - including equipping it with food - for the platypus are considerable.
Where can you buy platypus?
Nowhere. They are protected by Australian law. It is illegal to have one in captivity. Only a very few zoos and other wildlife preserves are allowed a license to own a platypus.
