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Platypus, Wombats And Rabbits

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How have Australian animals adapted to their environment? How exactly have Australian animals adapted to their environment? Platypus, Wombats and Rabbits have all adapted quite well to the Australian environment. Each animal expresses a different trait that allows them to thrive in this type of environment. The Platypus is an Australian native with a flexible, rubber like beak. This allows them to detect the electrical currents that are caused by their prey swimming through the water (Manning). The Platypus’ can hold their breath for up to two minutes which makes it easier to find and catch prey. The Platypus gives birth by laying eggs, making it a monotreme. This allows the mother to incubate the eggs in nesting burrows. The Wombat is the

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