It is not so much that platypuses are rare, as that they are very difficult to observe.Platypuses are not rare, and they are not even endangered. However, they are elusive creatures, shy and inclined to hide, so they are not often seen, even in their native habitat.
Yes there are Platypuses in some Australian zoos and animal sanctuaries, but there are strict regulations on these places keeping platypuses.
No. There are no secret agents among platypuses, nor among any other type of native Australian animal.
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As platypuses may not be kept as pets, the question is irrelevant. Platypuses feed on tiny invertebrates such as annelid worms, crustaceans and insect larvae. The only places qualified to keep platypuses are some Australian zoos and animal sanctuaries. These places must follow strict regulations for keeping platypuses in captivity.
Platypuses do not need to be in a zoo. They thrive in their native habitat, and they are not endangered. Zoos are not good places for platypuses as it is still rare for platypuses to breed in captivity.
No, there are definitely no platypuses in Canada, either in the wild or in zoos. Platypuses are only found in the eastern half of the Australian continent, including Tasmania.
No. The Australian Aborigines may have hunted platypuses when they pursued their traditional lifestyle, but no-one else eats platypuses.
Platypuses
The platypus is on the Australian "two bob" twenty cent piece.
A platypus is an Australian mammal that lays eggs.
The platypus is a solitary animal. It does not have "friends". Platypuses only ever live together as small family groups.
Platypuses are not a mix of any other animals. The webbed feet they have are entirely their own, and always have been.