Talk:Platypus

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 Definition An amphibious, egg-laying monotreme (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) of eastern mainland Australia and Tasmania, 45-60 cm in total length, having webbed feet and a muzzle like the bill of a duck; also known as the duck-billed platypus. [d] [e]
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As requested by Howard C. Berkowitz. A work in progress, but ... David H. Barrett 20:40, 22 August 2008 (CDT)

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Biological spare parts from birds, snakes, and mammals in close formation. I am glad to see they are not endangered; they are an example of how diverse biology can be. Oh, there are bacteria with truly weird metabolism, but they are much harder to see. Howard C. Berkowitz 22:24, 22 August 2008 (CDT)