
Platypus
Unique Mammal
The platypus is an unusual mammal that can confuse learners because it defies typical mammalian traits.
Unlike other mammals, the platypus has a bill and webbed feet.
Cultural Icon
The platypus is considered a national symbol of Australia and is often found in Australian cultural references.
The Australian coin features a platypus on one side.
Monotreme Category
The platypus belongs to a small group of mammals called monotremes, those that lay eggs instead of giving birth.
Monotremes such as the platypus are a curiosity to scientists.