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The spiny anteater, more correctly known as the echidna, is a monotreme (egg-laying mammal), meaning it reproduces by laying eggs. It is one of just two types of monotremes, the other being the platypus.

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Does a spiny anteater gives birth to its young?

No. The spiny anteater, more properly known as the echidna, is a monotreme, or egg-laying mammal. It lays eggs in order to reproduce, rather than giving live birth.


Does a spiny anteater live on land and give birth to young alive?

The spiny anteater, or echidna, lives on land. it does not give birth to live young, but lays eggs in order to reproduce. It is a monotreme, like the platypus.


Is spiny anteater the same as echidna?

Spiny anteater is a common name for the echidna.


How Many lobes Does a spiny anteater have in its brain?

The spiny anteater have 4 lobes .


Does the spiny anteater or echidna have outer covering?

The echidna, sometimes also called the spiny anteater, has fur and quills.


Is a Spiny anteater a Placental?

No. The spiny anteater, more correctly known as the echidna, is a monotreme. It is an egg-laying mammal.


Does a spiny anteater have claws?

NO


Are spiny anteaters monotremes?

Yes. The spiny anteater, more correctly known as the echidna, is a monotreme. This means it is an egg-laying mammal which feeds its young on mothers' milk, one of only two such types of animals in the world. The other monotreme is the platypus.


Are the spiny anteater and platypus amphibians?

The "spiny anteater" is only a nickname for echidna. Echidnas and platypuses are monotremes which means egg laying mammals.


What is the spiny anteater outer covering?

The spiny anteater, correctly known as the echidna, has a thick layer of fur, through which hundreds of sharp quills grow.


Is a spiny anteater covered with hair?

yes


What is the correct name for the spiny anteater?

Echidna.