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What is the aboriginal meaning of platypus?
Platypus is not an Aboriginal word. Instead it comes from the Greek root "Platupous" which means "Flat Footed."
Is there an image of what the platypus's biome is?
Platypuses can live in a variety of freshwater biomes. Images of two of the biomes can be seen at the related links below.
How long before a platypus can run around?
A platypus can run 2 miles per hour
What does the word Tundra biome come from?
It comes from Greek, Latin
What are the biome and ecosystem for the platypus?
The platypus lives in Australia, on the banks of freshwater creeks, rivers and lakes. Because it needs fresh water, its biome is not "marine".Within that biome, the platypus can live in a variety of ecosystems within Australia.Platypuses can be found in tropical, sub-tropical and temperate rainforestsThey can be found in wet or dry sclerophyll forest (bushland)They are also found in sub-alpine forestsIt lives in burrows it digs in the banks of freshwater creeks, rivers and dams.
Is there a duck billed platypus in sugar land?
Yes i have been there before
What eats platypus eggs?
Pythons and goannas eat platypus eggs. The female platypus will actually place earthen plugs along the length of her burrow before the chamber which holds the eggs, in order to deter such predators.
Can a platypus live in Kentucky?
Platypuses a native to eastern Australia. They are not found anywhere else. It is conceivable that they could live in Kentucky, but only if their biome and ecosystem supported their specialised needs.
When is the platypus weaned?
Once the young platypus hatches, it spends several months with its mother before it is weaned. It is usually weaned at 3-4 months of age.
What is the root of this word biome?
The root of the word "biome" comes from the Greek words "bio" meaning life, and "oma" meaning a condition or state. In ecology, a biome refers to a large geographical area with similar climate, plants, and animals.
What animals smaller than a platypus does it like to eat?
Pythons and goannas eat platypus eggs. The female platypus will actually place earthen plugs along the length of her burrow before the chamber which holds the eggs, in order to deter such predators.
What animal has acidic saliva?
The platypus has acidic saliva, which helps in breaking down food before digestion. This characteristic is unique to the platypus among mammals.
