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Platypuses are not endangered, but they are still subject to a number of dangers.
The introduction of red foxes as a predator for rabbits is thought to have had some impact on platypus numbers on the mainland, so foxes are regarded as a danger. Feral cats are another threat, but the platypus's principal danger comes from humans. Humans used to hunt them for their fur, but they are now protected. The danger is now not from hunting, but from destruction of their environment. Also, the use of fishing nets in freshwater creeks and rivers resulted in large numbers being drowned, but this practice has been banned.
Natural dangers to the platypus include snakes, water rats, goannas, spotted quolls, eels, hawks, owls and eagles. In the north of its range, dingoes are another predator. Lower platypus numbers in far northern Australia are possibly due to predation by crocodiles. On occasion, large eels have been thought to take platypuses, which may be only half the length of a freshwater eel.
Another danger to the platypus is flooding. Young platypuses may be washed out of their burrows when floodwaters come, and few of these survive.
Tasmanian platypuses are subject to platypus fungal disease, or Mucormycosis. This fungal disease causes ugly skin lesions or ulcers to develop on various parts of the platypus's body, including their backs, tails and legs. These lesions become quite large, and are ultimately fatal. Death comes from secondary infection, and from the fact that the platypus's ability to maintain body temperature and forage efficiently for food is affected. It's not yet known how the disease spreads from platypus to platypus, but the mainland creatures are not affected.
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Can platypuses live with humans?
Platypuses cannot live with humans.They can, however, live in the same area, as long as there is a clear freshwater creek or river, and minimal danger from wandering dogs or other predators.
What platypuses do when resting underwater?
Platypuses do not "rest" underwater. Like all mammals, they are air-breathing creatures. They may remain motionless, holding their breath for several minutes, if danger threatens. Platypuses shelter and rest in burrows they dig above the waterline of creeks and rivers.
What bird puts its head in the sand to avoid danger or threats?
The ostrich is a bird that is known for putting its head in the sand to avoid danger or threats.
How is Batman brave?
he puts himself in danger all the time and almost gets killed
Is platypus danger to everyone?
Not at all. Platypuses are very shy creatures, and the male will only use his poisonous spur as a defence against interference by a predator.
Does America have platypuses?
No. America does not have platypuses. Platypuses are endemic to eastern Australia.
Who is fault is it that Edward leaves Bella?
edward's , he thinks that he puts Bella's life in danger too much.
Name an occupation that puts you in danger of getting sunburned?
lifeguard, construction worker, landscaper, pro surfer
Can a security guard disconnect the alarm system if he feels like it?
No they can't because it puts everyone in danger
How do platypuses escape danger?
In orders to escape danger, platypuses dig burrows into riverbanks. These burrows are only large enough for smaller predators to enter, but they do not provide protection from snakes. So, for extra protection during breeding season, a female platypus will create numerous earthen "plugs" along the length of the burrow, to deter snakes. If a platypus is out swimming when danger threatens, it can remain motionless underwater, without breathing, for up to eight minutes. In this position it is camouflaged and unlikely to be noticed by predators.
How do you spell platypuses?
Platypuses is the correct spelling.
An aggressive driver is a person who drives With a lack of courtesy?
not always, that can be part of it but an aggressive driver puts others in danger
