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Newzeland was so isolated that from the time of its formation till the arrival of man the only animals to get to it were those with wings. Insects, birds and bats.
Marsupials and monotremes never made it to the island
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoNo. Platypuses are native to Australia alone. They are not found in any other country, and this includes New Zealand.
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∙ 10y agoThere are no platypuses in New Zealand. Platypuses are native to eastern Australia alone, and in 2014, there are no platypuses being housed in zoos overseas.
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Can platypuses live in canada?
Platypuses do not live anywhere else except Australia; specifically, in the eastern states. A platypus would not be able to live in Canada The climate is too cold. Even though platypuses can be found in sub-alpine regions of Australia, these areas do not have the low temperate a and the frozen waters that Canada has. Platypuses do not hibernate: they are active through summer and winter. Therefore they need to hunt through the winter as well. Iced-over rivers would prevent them from diving and hunting for food at the bottom of the river.
How are Indonesia and Malaysia economically different from Australia and New Zealand?
Well for a start Australia & New Zealand are developed countries. Indonesia & Malaysia are developing countries. Australia & New Zealand is better than Indonesia & Malaysia in every aspect : economically, human rights , politcal stability , corruption, peace etc. The list goes on an on.
What are New Zealand's neighbouring countries?
New Zealand is an island nation bordered on all sides by ocean. It has no land boundaries with any other countries.The closest countries to New Zealand are:Norfolk Island, an external Australian TerritoryNew CaledoniaFijiVanuatuSolomon IslandsTuvaluAustralia (the mainland)NauruPapua New GuineaMarshall IslandsFederated States of MicronesiaPalau
What is New Zealand considered in Australia?
No: both Australia and New Zealand are self-contained, self-governing independent countries. However, both are countries within the general area known as "Australasia", which is neither a continent nor a country.
What mammals live in New Zealand?
Of mammals, New Zealand has only two species, both small bats. Otherwise, there are many species of birds, such as kiwi, penguin, tui, albatross, and so on. And all the smaller animals such as worms, spiders and insects must be included. And a special place must be reserved for the Tuatara, and other lizards and skinks.
What country can a kangaroo and platypus live in?
The platypus is found only in Australia. Kangaroos are native to Australia as well, but tree kangaroos are found also on the island of New Guinea. Some common wallaby species (which are smaller members of the kangaroo family) have been introduced to countries such as New Zealand and Scitland.
Do platypus and black swan live in the same river?
They can. Platypuses are found in eastern Australia; black swans are found in southwest Western Australia, as well as eastern Australia.
What countries get on well with each other?
Australia & New Zealand.
Is the Platypus a genetic experiment?
As is everything else here on Earth, the platypus is an experiment as well ...However, it must be said that the platypus is not a genetic experiement. The platypus is a "natural" creature, native to Australia, and not a combination of an otter, beaver and duck, despite what many say.
Why does the platypus only live in eastern Australia?
Eastern Australia provides the ideal conditions for the platypus's habitat. The platypus lives alongside freshwater rivers, lakes and creeks in eastern Australia. The Great Dividing Range runs down the eastern coast of Australia, through the heart of platypus habitat. To the west lies flatter land and drier conditions, with less vegetation cover. Platypuses live particularly within heavily wooded and protected regions. They are found from the cooler sub-alpine areas in the south, such as Victoria and the Tasmanian highlands, north through New South Wales to tropical far north Queensland. They live in bushland as well as tropical, sub-tropical and temperate rainforests. All of these as can be found in mountainous regions.
Why do platypuses live in eastern Australia?
Eastern Australia provides the ideal conditions for the platypus's habitat. The platypus lives alongside freshwater rivers, lakes and creeks in eastern Australia. The Great Dividing Range runs down the eastern coast of Australia, through the heart of platypus habitat. Platypuses live particularly within heavily wooded and protected regions. They are found from the cooler sub-alpine areas in the south, such as Victoria and the Tasmanian highlands, north through New South Wales to tropical far north Queensland. They live in bushland as well as tropical, sub-tropical and temperate rainforests. All of these as can be found in mountainous regions.
How are children treated in New Zealand?
Fairly well. Like America and Australia
Does the platypus live in Mississippi?
No, they are only in Australia. If any are found elsewhere, it had to have been brought there, and it is presently illegal to take them to other countries. It is unlikely a platypus would survive long in a place like Florida with crocodiles and alligators.
What are some mammals that live on both land and water?
Well I guess a platypus and beaver.
Can platypuses live in canada?
Platypuses do not live anywhere else except Australia; specifically, in the eastern states. A platypus would not be able to live in Canada The climate is too cold. Even though platypuses can be found in sub-alpine regions of Australia, these areas do not have the low temperate a and the frozen waters that Canada has. Platypuses do not hibernate: they are active through summer and winter. Therefore they need to hunt through the winter as well. Iced-over rivers would prevent them from diving and hunting for food at the bottom of the river.
How does the duck billed platypus survive in the desert with little water?
There are two major misconceptions in this question.1. The platypus is not called the "duck-billed platypus".2. The platypus does not live in the desert.Platypuses live throughout eastern coastal Australia and its island state of Tasmania, particularly within heavily wooded and protected regions. They are found from the cooler sub-alpine areas in the south, such as Victoria and the Tasmanian highlands, north through New South Wales to tropical far north Queensland. Platypuses live in bushland as well as tropical, sub-tropical and temperate rainforests.They do not, and cannot, live in the desert.
Does the platypus live on mountains?
It can, provided there is a suitable water source. The platypus lives alongside freshwater rivers, lakes and creeks in eastern Australia. The Great Dividing Range runs down the eastern coast of Australia, through the heart of platypus habitat. Platypuses live particularly within heavily wooded and protected regions. They are found from the cooler sub-alpine areas in the south, such as Victoria and the Tasmanian highlands, north through New South Wales to tropical far north Queensland. They live in bushland as well as tropical, sub-tropical and temperate rainforests. All of these as can be found in mountainous regions.
