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Platypuses dig burrows in riverbanks or creekbanks. This is where they shelter, and where the female lays her eggs and raises the young.

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What is a platypus's natural protection?

What is a platypus's natural protection


Is the platypus poached?

The platypus is not poached. A century ago it was legally hunted, but protection laws have been effective in restoring the platypus population to healthy figures.


Where do you go to see an image of a platypus eating?

Go to google.com and click on Images, then type in the words platypus eating.


Why did people want platypus pelts?

The fur of a platypus is thick and velvety, so their pelts were prized for their softness and warmth. The high demand for the platypus pelts led to the animal's near-extinction. It was only when the Australian government placed the platypus under protection that hunting stopped.


What species would a platypus go into?

The platypus is an egg-laying mammal. Its species name is Ornithorhynchus anatinus.


Are venomous spurs the only defense a platypus has?

Yes. Their ability to dig long burrows give them some protection.


What category does platypus go in?

Platypuses are monotremes, or egg-laying mammals.


What do i do if I'm looking for a platypus?

Go to Australia -or your local zoo...


Why is the playpus endangered?

The platypus is considered to be endangered due to habitat destruction, pollution of waterways, and prey depletion. Climate change and drought are also contributing factors to their declining population numbers. Protection and conservation efforts are important to help ensure the survival of the platypus.


How do you get the wild ones platypus?

First get 100 grenades. then open wpe pro.open rabbit. click buy, then type 54321 is the code of platypus and wala you get platypus.(ps you got banned with that. you need to have every pet epcept platypus and dragon then go and you will see you can buy it


How long can you wait to hold a platypus after it's born?

Platypuses are not born. They are hatched. The question is purely academic as people do not have the opportunity to hold a platypus after it is hatched. The only ones in captivity are in secure protection, in specially licenced zoos and sanctuaries.


What website should you go to find platypus information?

You need to go to wikipedia which is a great place to go or go to answers