Ephhary

hi my name is Ephhary. The **Platypus** (//Ornithorhynchus anatinus//) is a semi-aquatic mammal endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania. The platypus is one of few venomous mammals. The male Platypus has a spur on the hind foot that delivers a venom capable of causing severe pain to humans.

The body and the broad, flat tail of the Platypus are covered with dense brown fur that traps a layer of insulating air to keep the animal warm. The Platypus uses its tail for storage of fat reserves. It has webbed feet and a large, rubbery tail ; these are features that appear closer to those of a duck than to those of any known mammal. The snout of the Platypus is a sensory organ with the mouth  on the underside. The nostrils are located on the dorsal surface of the snout, while the eyes and ears are located in a groove set just back from it; this groove  is closed when swimming. Platypuses have been heard to emit a low growl when disturbed and a range of other vocalisations have been reported in captive specimens.