Meet The World's Most Confusing Animal
By: EjazUlHaqBhat
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The duck-billed platypus is one of the most confusing mammals because of its unique combination of traits
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The platypus has a flattened head and body, a duck-like bill, and a beaver-like tail
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It has thick, waterproof fur that's dark brown on top and tan on the belly
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The platypus is about 15 inches long from head to body and 5 inches long in the tail
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The platypus lives in freshwater rivers, wetlands, and billabongs in Australia
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It is a monotreme, meaning it lays eggs like a reptile or bird, but feeds its young milk like a mammal
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The platypus has an "electric sixth sense" that helps it hunt underwater
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Male platypuses have venomous spurs on the heels of their hind feet. The spurs release a venom that causes intense pain
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