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Category of endangerment for a platypus?
The platypus is not endangered. The Australian Government lists the platypus as "common but vulnerable". The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists the platypus as "least concern". Platypuses are now strictly protected by law
What level is platypus's endangered status?
The platypus is not on the endangered list. The Australian Government lists the platypus as "common but vulnerable". The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists the platypus as "least concern". Platypuses are now strictly protected by law.
What is the platypus in Australia?
The platypus is a protected Australian native monotreme, or egg-laying mammal.
Where is the Australian federal government based?
Canberra, Australias capital.
Where can you sell 10 platypus furs?
It is illegal to own or sell platypus furs. Platypuses are protected animals.
Is a platypus protected or helped by people?
Yes. The platypus, like all Australian native mammals, is protected by legislation. It cannot be hunted or harmed, and it cannot be kept as a pet.
How is the platypus being protected?
There is no need for anything in particular to be done to protect the platypus. The platypus is not endangered. There was a time when it was under threat, being particularly prized for its fur years ago. Now, platypus numbers have returned to essentially the same levels they were prior to European settlement. The Australian Government lists the platypus as "common but vulnerable". The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists the platypus as "least concern". Platypuses are now strictly protected by law. There are also laws prohibiting the use of fishing nets in freshwater creeks and rivers. The use of these nets used to be a major contributor to platypus deaths.
What is the current endangerment status of the platypus?
The platypus, although found only in the country of Australia (which includes the island state of Tasmania) is not endangered. It is not listed on the IUCN Redlist (endangered species list). The Australian Government lists the platypus as "common but vulnerable". The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists the platypus as "least concern". Platypuses are now strictly protected by law. The platypus is vulnerable because of habitat loss through deforestation, dams and irrigation projects.
How are platypus offspring protected during growth?
Once they hatch, platypus offspring are kept safe in a nesting chamber at the end of a very long burrow.
Australias head of government?
According to experts, the head of the Australian government is Tony Abbott whom has assumed the position since September 2013.
How much money are platypuses?
You cannot purchase a real platypus. They are protected native animals.
Can a platypus be shipped?
Absolutely not. To begin with, it is illegal, as the platypus is protected by law. Secondly, the animal would quickly die. Platypuses are very sensitive to changes in their environment.
