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How do marsupials breathe?

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The respiratory system of a marsupial is similar to that of humans, in that they have diaphragms and lungs. These are not fully mature at birth however but develop while the joey is still in the pouch.

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Marsupials are just another type of mammal.They breathe through lungs.

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