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How many chromosomes does a platypus have?
A platypus has 26 chromosomes.
How many eyes does the platypus have?
A platypus has two eyes.
How old is the oldest platypus?
The oldest recorded platypus in captivity lived to the age of seventeen years.
When was a platypus was made?
The platypus was made by God in approximately 6-10 thousand years ago.
How many feet does a platypus have?
The platypus has 2 feet.
Were platypus alive in the ice age?
Yes, but not all of the earth was covered in ice during the last series of glaciations. The platypus has lived in Australia, in a warm climate, for many millions of years.
Can a baby platypus have babies?
No. A female platypus only reaches reproductive age at about two years old.
Is the platypus an adult at two years old?
Yes. By the time a platypus reaches two years old, it has reached reproductive age, meaning it is an adult.
How many genuses of platypus are there?
There is only one genus of the platypus - ornithorhynchus.
How many lungs do platypus have?
The platypus has two lungs, like all mammals do.
What is the shape of the platypus?
Like many semi-aquatic mammals, the platypus has a streamlined body. This enables the platypus to swim and dive faster.
Is the Platypus on the endangered list?
Not yet. There was a time when the platypus was under threat, being particularly prized for its fur years ago. The Australian Government currently lists the platypus as "common but vulnerable".
