The platypus from Schleich Wild Life is one of the few egg-laying mammals. His native to Australia. It lives there in rivers and lakes and feeds on crabs, insects and worms. Its wide beak is reminiscent of a duck’s beak.
With it, it detects the electrical signals of other animals and can detect prey. Unlike other mammals, the platypus has a very low body temperature of only 32 degrees Celsius.
The only other mammal to lay eggs is the ant hedgehog.
The Schleich figures are modelled in detail and stand for educational play.
The item belongs to the theme world of Wild Life and is suitable for children between 3-8 years.