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On average, female platypuses are believed to live to around 8 years.
Platypuses in captivity have been recorded as living to at least 16 years. However, because they are such reclusive creatures, little research has been done on platypus lifespans in their natural state.
Whilst research has not yet established the life span of a platypus in the wild, it is believed to be about 10 years. It is estimated that, due to predation by goannas and snakes, platypuses in their natural habitat probably live closer to 4-5 years for males and 6-8 years for females.
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What type of home does a platypus live in?
Platypuses live in dry burrows that they dig on the banks of freshwater creeks, rivers, lakes and dams. The female digs a chamber at the end of a long burrow where she shelters her young. These burrows may be up to 30 metres, or 100 feet long, and they are dug above the waterline so that the platypus remains dry.
Does a platypus lay its eggs in a burrow?
Yes; specifically, the female makes a chamber at the end of a long burrow (sometimes up to 30 metres long) where she lays her eggs.
How long will sperm live inside the female?
Sperm can live inside of a female for up to five days after intercourse.
How much does a platypus weigh and how long is a platypus and how long does a platypus live?
The platypus is quite a small animal. A male platypus is 50-60 cm in length, whilst the female is smaller, averaging 40-50 cm in length. They are very lightly built creatures, with females weighing as little as 900 grams, and males 1700 grams to 2kg. Platypuses in north Queensland tend to be smaller than their southern counterparts. Some Tasmanian platypus have been known to weigh up to 3 kg. Platypuses in captivity have been recorded as living to at least 16 years. Whilst research has not yet established the life span of a platypus in the wild, it is believed to be about 10 years. It is estimated that, due to predation by goannas and snakes, platypuses in their natural habitat probably live closer to 4-5 years for males and 6-8 years for females.
What is a platypus's house made out of?
Platypus live alongside (but not "in") in freshwater creeks and rivers. They live in burrows they dig along the banks of the creek or river that they use as a food source. The entrance is usually disguised by overhang from the riverbank, or by tree roots and/or other vegetation. They are difficult to see, which is precisely what the platypus wants. Burrows can extend into the soft earth for up to 33 metres (100 feet). The female digs a burrow with a chamber at the end where she lays and incubates her eggs.
How big is a platypus's den?
Platypuses do not live in dens, but rather in burrows. A platypus's burrow extends up to 30 metres, or 100 feet, into a riverbank. The burrow is only large enough for the platypus - and snakes - to crawl into. Females have a chamber at the end of the burrow for nesting, but this is just large enough for the female to curl around her eggs.
How long do sperm live inside the female reproductive system?
Sperm can live inside the female reproductive system for up to 5 days.
What is female platypus's lifespan?
Platypuses do not get pregnant, as they are one of only two types of mammals to lay eggs (the other is the echidna).Fertilised platypus eggs stay in the mother's body for around 28 days, although lack of research means this has not been determined definitively. The eggs are incubated by the mother curling around them and keeping them warm and dry in the chamber of the burrow for another 10 days.
How big is the home of a platypus?
The platypus's burrow can be anywhere between 10 and 30 metres long (up to 100 feet).
How long does a dune fly live?
The female dune flys can live up to exactly 70 days the male dune flys can live up to 60 days exactly.
How long does a male blue marlin live?
sence the female marlin can live up to 27 years old i guess a male marlin can live up to 28 i guess
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