“Platypus babies cut their way out of the egg using a sharp ‘egg tooth’ ― a horny spike on the nose that is made of keratin, the same material as fingernails, that later falls off ...

Getty Images A baby platypus, which doesn't suckle through teats This feeding system is thought to be linked to its antibacterial properties, according to the scientists. "Platypus are such weird ...

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A juvenile platypus has been returned to the wild after receiving expert care for 10 months at the Healesville Sanctuary, in ...