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The platypus is not endangered. There was a time when it was under threat, being particularly prized for its fur years ago. The Australian Government lists the platypus as "common but vulnerable". The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists the platypus as "least concern". Platypuses are now strictly protected by law.
The platypus is vulnerable because of habitat loss through deforestation, dams and irrigation projects. They have disappeared from South Australia. Tasmanian platypuses are subject to a disease caused by the fungus Mucor amphibiorum, which has fortunately not migrated to the mainland. Affected animals often develop skin lesions or ulcers, and the biggest threat to their survival arises from secondary infection. This can affect the platypus's ability to maintain body temperature and to hunt properly for food on the bottom of rivers and creeks.
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Are monoteres endangered?
There are two main types of monotremes: the platypus and the echidnas. Although humans have caused damage to the habitat of the platypus, they are still considered Least Concern. There are four species of echidnas, also called spiny anteaters. Of the four species, three are critically endangered and the fourth is considered Least Concern.
What are three reasons why endangered species are hunted?
1most of the endangered spicies are used to make leather.\ 2they are beutiful 3 for peoples oown sake
What are the three reasons christ became flesh?
Christ became flesh, to do gods will, for our salvation and to conquer death for good.
What are the reasons China is building the Three Gorges Dam?
to became more poweful
How long do baby platypus nurse for?
baby platypus nurse for approx three to four months
What are the three animals a platypus resembles?
The platypus is completely unique, and does not resemble any other living animal.
How long does an adult platypus stay with its young?
The young platypus stays with its mother for three to four months.
How many platypus babies hatch at once?
A female platypus lays one to three eggs, all of which are likely to hatch.
Three reasons why whales are endangered?
People are over fishing,poloting the water,and killing whales for blubber
The female platypus digs a long nesting tunnel How many eggs does she lay?
The platypus lays between one and three eggs.
How often do female platypus reproduce?
The female platypus reproduces once a year, on average. She will lay between one and three eggs.
How many phonemes that platypus have?
Three: pla-ty-pus.
