Platypuses - Facts for Kids

Platypus sitting on a rock near water, featuring its duck-like bill, webbed feet, and flattened tail.

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Facts About Platypuses For Kids

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The platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) is one of only two mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth to live babies!

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