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Platypuses are illegal as pets both outside and inside Australia. Platypuses are very delicate animals, with specialised requirements, and they are extremely hard to breed in captivity.

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Can platypuses live in Wisconsin?

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


Is the platypus located outside of Australia?

No. Platypuses are endemic to Australia. They are not found outside of Australia.


Are there platypuses in England?

No. Platypuses are endemic to eastern Australia, meaning they are not found anywhere else. No English zoos have platypuses either. As of 2013, there are no zoos outside of Australia that have platypuses.


Does France have platypuses?

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Where in America do platypuses live?

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It is not only illegal to have a pet platypus outside Australia; it is also illegal for Australians to have a pet platypus. Like all Australia's native wildlife, the platypus is protected by law. It is an effort to protect the species and ensure they are not subject to abuse or degradation of their freedom and natural instincts (like the sugar gliders held in captivity overseas are).


Does a platypus live in Kentucky?

No. There are no platypuses in Kentucky, or in any other part of North America. Platypuses are not found outside of Australia.


Can a platypus live in mn?

No. Platypuses do not live anywhere outside of eastern Australia. They require a specialised habitat.


Where can you find platypuses besides Australia?

Nowhere. Platypuses are endemic to Australia alone.


Are there platypuses in Australia?

Yes. Australia is the only country in which platypuses can be found in the wild.


Does America have platypuses?

No. America does not have platypuses. Platypuses are endemic to eastern Australia.


Is it possible to find a live platypus in the US?

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