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Platypus in Australia
Where to spot the platypus in Australia, and how to log the discovery in Catch'Um.
Ornithorhynchus anatinus
Finding Platypus in Australia
Specific park pins for the platypus in Australia are still being curated. Until then, use the Platypus field guide for ID and biology, and the Australia expedition page for broader wildlife destinations.
Australia context: Koalas in the gum trees, kangaroos across the red centre, and wildlife found nowhere else on Earth.
When you are out looking, prioritise rivers, streams, and freshwater lakes in Australia. That is where local sightings of this species are most often reported.
Full species guide
Biology, interesting facts, identification, and conservation live on the Platypus field guide. This page stays focused on finding one in Australia.
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