platypuses

"This book covers information (life cycle, appearance, habitat) about the platypus. Each chapter discusses an aspect of the platypus's life, comparing the platypus to a similar mammal and to a very different mammal"--Provided by publisher.

What animal has the bill of a duck, the body of an otter, and the feet of a frog? It s the platypus, an ancient animal unlike any other on Earth! When scientists first saw the odd-looking creature, they thought it was fake. Readers will learn why in this scientific guide to platypuses, which covers the animal s unique body, special defense mechanisms, and how they ve outlasted even the dinosaurs. Colorful images reinforce the content, while fact boxes, glossary, index, and supplemental websites provide opportunities for additional learning.

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of platypuses, one of three species of monotremes or egg-laying mammals.

Describes the stir created in the scientific community by the first platypus specimen to arrive in England, and chronicles study of the Australian creature from 1799 to the present day.

Platypus thinks he has found the perfect curly shell for his collection, but it keeps disappearing.

Presents a children's book for early readers about a little wombat who learns how to swim from his new friend, Platypus.

Platypus's lucky day does not turn out exactly the way he thought it would.

Introduces the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the platypus, an animal found only in Australia.

Provides photographs and descriptions of eight aquatic animals that have electric power, and explains how they use their electricity to survive.

Simply describes what a platypus looks like, where it lives, and how it swims, builds a nest, cares for its eggs, and raises its babies.