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Plastic Platypus

F1759 B42 - Plastic Platypus, 2 3/4 inches long

US $5.00

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Our Plastic Toy Platypus

This engaging, realistic-looking plastic platypus miniature is made of somewhat flexible plastic. This replica has detailed fur and is painted brown and gray. This platypus makes for a nice pet, fits into a shoebox diorama, or serves as a great collectible. Check out our other platypus toys and gifts.

About Platypuses

The platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) is a semi-aquatic mammal found in Australia. Related to the echidna, it is the only mammal which lays eggs. It has duck's bill, a bever's tail and an otter's foot. On the hind legs there are spurs which can give aterrific venomous bite. Platypus , which means "flat foot" is protected from hunting and is a national symbol of Australia. It is covered with thick brown fur. The platypus feeds by sensing the muscle contractions of its prey, namely worms and crayfish. It can also walk on land and lives in burrows when the water level is low, where its is vulnerable to foxes.