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Is a platypus's fur covered with oil?
No. On the contrary, the platypus's fur is soft and velvety.
What does a platypus feel like?
The platypus's bill is not hard like the beak of a bird. It is flexible, and made out of a leathery skin, so it feels soft and leathery to the touch.
Is the platypus's fur smooth or rough?
The platypus's fur is smooth and velvety.
What is the body covering of a platypus?
Platypuses have two layers of fur, which is contrary to what some websites will report. The layer closest to their skin is woolly and helps insulate the platypus against the cold water in which they live in the southern states and alpine areas. The outer layer is waterproof.
Does a platypus have fur?
Yes. The fur of a platypus is dense and waterproof. At one stage, platypuses were hunted to near-extinction for their fur.
Why does the platypus have fur?
The platypus has fur 1) to keep them warm and 2) because they are mammals and almost all mammals have fur or hair.because its a mammal
Is the platypus's feather like the bird's feather?
The platypus has fur, not feathers.
What color is the head of a platypus?
The colour of the fur on a platypus's head is dark brown.
What body surface does a platypus have?
The platypus has a body covering of thick, velvety fur. the fur has two layers, with the underlying layer being for insulation.
What does a platypus have as a body covering?
The platypus has a body covering of velvety fur which is dense and waterproof.
Are platypus eggs soft or hard?
Platypus eggs are soft and leathery, rather than hard-shelled.
Does a platypus have dry scaly skin?
No, a platypus does not have scales. It has dense, sleek, waterproof fur.
