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Platypuses are found only in Australia. The lack of natural predators in that country has enabled these harmless yet elusive animals to sufvive there.

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The platypus is found only in Australia.

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Can platypuses live in Wisconsin?

No. Platypuses are uniquely adapted to live in the country and continent of Australia.


Does the platypus live in England?

No. Platypuses are found only in the country and continent of Australia.


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Platypuses can only live in fresh water.


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Platypuses are solitary animals and generally live alone.


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Do Platypuses live with other Platypuses?

Generally, no, platypuses do not live together. They are usually solitary animals. The female and babies may live as a family group until the next breeding season.


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Do platypuses live in New Guinea?

No. Platypuses are not found in New Guinea.


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