The Amazing Platypus

Duration:

Year Published: 1973

Creator: Film Australia

Format: 16mm

Sound: sound

Description: The platypus is one of nature’s shy creatures. Only twice has a platypus bred in captivity. Because they are found only in Australia, and will not breed in zoos, most people know very little about the platypus. This exceptional film shows the platypus on dry land, underwater and, by means of carefully sectioned burrow, we even follow him into his home. This is a unique chance to see the mammal in its natural environment. Suitable for primary school level.

Complete Record: Studies one of Australia's unique animals, the platypus, which lays eggs like a reptile, has a bill like a duck and suckles its young like a mammal. Explains that this timid animal, which is rarely seen alive except in captivity and only in Australia, is seen here in its natural environment.