The Platypus from Schleich Wild Life is one of the few egg-laying mammals. It is native to Australia. It lives in rivers and lakes, feeding on prawns, insects and worms. Its wide bill looks similar to that of a duck. The bill senses the electrical signals of other animals and allows prey to be tracked down. Compared to other mammals, the Platypus has a very low body temperature of only 32 degrees Celsius.
- Recommended Age: 3-8 Years
- Fun Fact: The only other mammal that also lays eggs is the echidna.
- Hand-painted and highly-detailed
- Dimensions (in): 2 W x 3.7 D x 0.8 H (5.3 W x 9.3 D x 2.2 H cm)
