noun
- plural of platypus; egg-laying mammals native to Australia with duck-like bills, beaver-like tails, and webbed feet
Examples
- The zoo’s new exhibit features two platypuses from Australia.
- Platypuses are among the few mammals that lay eggs.
- Scientists study platypuses to understand their unique evolutionary history.
- The river habitat supports several platypuses and their burrows.
- Platypuses use their sensitive bills to hunt for food underwater.
- Both platypuses at the research center are healthy and active.