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When a platypus performs its hundreds of dives daily in order to find food, naturally its fur will become wet. However, only the outer surface is actually moist. The dense fur of a platypus is waterproof. Its very density repels the water so the animal does not become saturated, and enhances the platypus's ability to swim discreetly through the water, seeking food whilst barely noticeable.
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Is the platypus's fur smooth or rough?
The platypus's fur is smooth and velvety.
Is platypus fur soft?
Yes. Platypus fur is soft and velvety.
Is a platypus's fur covered with oil?
No. On the contrary, the platypus's fur is soft and velvety.
Does a platypus have fur?
Yes. The fur of a platypus is dense and waterproof. At one stage, platypuses were hunted to near-extinction for their fur.
Why does the platypus have fur?
The platypus has fur 1) to keep them warm and 2) because they are mammals and almost all mammals have fur or hair.because its a mammal
Is the platypus's feather like the bird's feather?
The platypus has fur, not feathers.
What color is the head of a platypus?
The colour of the fur on a platypus's head is dark brown.
What is the body covering of a platypus?
Platypuses have two layers of fur, which is contrary to what some websites will report. The layer closest to their skin is woolly and helps insulate the platypus against the cold water in which they live in the southern states and alpine areas. The outer layer is waterproof.
What body surface does a platypus have?
The platypus has a body covering of thick, velvety fur. the fur has two layers, with the underlying layer being for insulation.
What does a platypus have as a body covering?
The platypus has a body covering of velvety fur which is dense and waterproof.
Does a platypus have dry scaly skin?
No, a platypus does not have scales. It has dense, sleek, waterproof fur.
How does platypus fur adapt to the water?
They swim alot
