Watch: Man Hand Feeding & Playing With A Friendly Platypus

Imagine spending a day with one of Australia’s most iconic yet enigmatic creatures – the platypus!

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In this delightful video that has captured hearts worldwide, we get an up-close and personal look at a friendly platypus.

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While the video is undeniably cute and brings a smile, it also opens up a fascinating world about this unique mammal.

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Platypuses are known for their peculiar appearance, but did you know they are one of the few mammals that lay eggs?

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Female platypuses lay eggs, and the young, known as puggles, hatch after about ten days.

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The mother nourishes them with her milk, secreted through the skin, as platypuses do not have nipples.

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The playful platypus in the video has warmed our hearts and piqued our curiosity about the species.

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