The duck billed platypus lives in the Eastern States of Australia In streams, rivers, and lakes. This animal eats annelid worms, insect larvae, and freshwater yabby. It uses a pouch in its cheek to carry to the surface where the prey is eaten.
The interesting features of this animal is that the males are venomous. This venomous stinger is found on its rear ankle spurs. This animal is also one of the five mammal species that lay eggs. The duck billed platypus female can get to 1.5 lbs. To 3.5 lbs and the male can get to 2.5 lbs. To 5 lbs. The bill of a duck billed platypus can use electrolocation. That means they can have their eyes, ears, and nose closed and can still hunt for food. They also have retractable webbed