Monotremata
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GEN or unspecified; prefer ECHIDNA & PLATYPUS; IM; qualif permitted |
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Mammals (1966-1972) |
Monotremata Categories.
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Echidna - An oviparous burrowing mammal of the order Monotremata native to Australia, Tasmania, and New Guinea. It has hair mingled with spines on the upper part of the body and is adapted for feeding on ants. |
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Platypus - A small aquatic oviparous mammal of the order Monotremata found in Australia and Tasmania. |
Monotremata Definitions and Terms
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