The animal platypus, also known as the duck-billed platypus, is a fascinating creature found only in eastern Australia. It is a semi-aquatic mammal and one of the five extant species of monotremes, which are egg-laying mammals. The platypus is famous for its unique appearance, which includes a furry body, a broad and flat tail, webbed feet, and a distinctive duck-like bill. Additionally, platypuses are one of the few venomous mammals known, with venom-producing spurs located on their hind legs. They also have the ability to detect electric fields, which they use to locate prey in the water.
