Baby platypuses are not typically sold as pets, as they are a protected species in their native Australia. In addition, platypuses are difficult to breed and require specialized care due to their unique Biology and habitat requirements. Therefore, it is illegal and unethical to buy or sell a baby platypus.
A baby platypus is hatched in a chamber at the end of the mother platypus's burrow, which is dug into the side of a riverbank.
baby platypus nurse for approx three to four months
No. When a baby platypus hatches, it is the size of a bean, blind and completely helpless.
A baby platypus stays in the chamber of its mother's burrow for about six weeks.
A baby platypus is called a PUGGLE
Yes. When first hatched, a baby platypus can breathe on its own.
Since the average person cannot have a platypus, the question is moot. Regarding zoos and animal sanctuaries, costs of running a suitable environment - including equipping it with food - for the platypus are considerable.
you give it milk
No. A baby platypus is just called a baby platypus, and has no official name. it is not called a puggle, despite what many websites and otherwise reputable sources may suggest. It is occasionally unofficially known as a platypus, but note - this is completely unofficial.
No. A female platypus only reaches reproductive age at about two years old.
Baby platypuses are very shy, as are the adult platypuses.
A baby platypus is not born, but hatched. When hatched, it weighs around half a gram.