Since it first became known to European scientists and naturalists in 1798, the platypus has been the subject of controversy, interest and absolute wonder. Found only in Australia, the platypus is a mammal that lays eggs but, like other mammals, it has fur and suckles its young on milk. Many early biologists who visited the British colonies in Australia, including Charles Darwin, went out of their way to observe this remarkable animal. In Australia today the species is considered to be an icon, but one that many Australians have never seen in the wild. This book presents established factual information about the platypus and examines the most recent research findings, along with some of the colorful history of the investigation of its biology. This completely updated edition covers its anatomy, distribution and abundance, breeding, production of venom, unique senses, ecology, ancestry and conservation. It includes a Frequently Asked Questions section for the general reader and, for those wishing to find out more detailed information, a comprehensive reference list.

Platypus (Australian Natural History Series)

Science & Math

Grant, Tom

Biological Sciences

CSIRO Publishing

18 piano solo/vocal arrangements from jazz pianist Tom Grant, including: Angels Crossing * Duke * Heidi's Song * Mango Tango * Private Beach * Your Look Says It All * and more.

Tom Grant - Piano Collection

Arts & Photography

Music

HAL LEONARD CORPORATION

The platypus

Nature & Ecology

New South Wales University Press

From 1798, when the first specimen arrived in England, the platypus has been the subject of controversy. It was first thought a clever hoax had been perpetrated by a skilled taxidermist stitching together the bill of a duck and other parts of unknown mammals! This book confines itself to the known facts rather than the myths and legends which surround this beautiful, secretive and shy creature.

University of New South Wales Press

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