The Platypus
Published on Nov 22, 2015
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PRESENTATION OUTLINE
Taxonomic Classification
Ornithorhynchus
Photo by David Cook Wildlife Photography
Scientific Name
Ornithorhynchus anatinus
Photo by Arthur Chapman
Common Name
Duck-Billed Platypus
Photo by Urville Djasim
Location of Organism
Australia
Photo by Christian Haugen
Population Numbers
In the low thousands, and located in basins in Victoria and Sydney, Australia.
Photo by alumroot
Role in Ecosystem
Since it is a carnivore, it keeps a balance of certain species in the food chain.
Photo by Timmy Toucan
Human Value
It is important that everything that lives in an ecosystem plays a vital role in the circle of life.
Photo by Richard.Fisher
Threats to the Platypus
Pollution, dam construction, and erosion impact its habitat and food sources. Also, illegal trapping and netting are threats.
Photo by Mle-Mle
Laws to Save or Protect the Species
Platypus are protected by the government of Australia. Stricter fishing regulations have helped preserve the population.
Photo by Arthur Chapman
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