Platypus: The Venomous Mammal
Venomous Spurs
Male platypuses have venomous spurs on their hind legs. This venom can cause severe pain to humans and is primarily used in fights with other males during the breeding season. The presence of venom in a mammal is a rare trait and adds to the unique characteristics of the platypus.
Electrolocation
The platypus uses electrolocation to hunt underwater. Its bill is equipped with electroreceptors that detect the electric fields generated by the movements of prey, such as small fish and invertebrates. This ability allows the platypus to hunt effectively in murky waters where visibility is low.
