The platypus, scientifically known as Ornithorhynchus anatinus, is one of the world's most unique and enigmatic mammals. Native to Australia, this egg-laying monotreme defies conventional mammalian norms with its intriguing blend of features. It possesses a duck-bill, webbed feet, and lays eggs, yet it nurses its young with milk produced by mammary glands. The platypus is an adept swimmer and spends much of its life in freshwater streams and rivers, using electroreceptors in its bill to detect the electrical signals generated by its prey, primarily consisting of aquatic invertebrates. Known for its elusive nature and nocturnal habits, the platypus continues to captivate both scientists and enthusiasts with its distinctive combination of characteristics, making it a symbol of Australia's remarkable biodiversity.
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