Listed here are some other online and print sources containing more information about the magnificent platypus!
Moyal, Ann. Platypus The Extraordinary Story of How a Curious Creature Baffled the World. Washington: Smithsonian, 2001.
This book contains an abundance of information about the platypus and is one of the only detailed print sources easily available about platypuses. It addresses platypus evolution relative to other animals and the discovery history of the platypus in addition to its defining characteristics. Platypus also addresses specific types of research done on the platypus.
The Complete Platypus. 26 Mar. 2009 <http://www.platypus.org.uk/>.
"The Complete Platypus" is a complete source for basically all things platypus-related. In addition to detailed information about the platypus itself, this site has pictures, poems, and quizzes. This site is user-friendly and detailed.
Platypus Care - A Program of the Australian Platypus Conservancy. 26 Mar. 2009 <http://www.platypus.asn.au/>.
This is the web site of the Australian Platypus Conservancy, which is devoted to discovering more about the platypus and helping in conservation efforts. It includes information about the platypus in addition to various opportunities to help their cause by way of sponsoring platypuses. Their site addresses common risks to platypuses in different areas and the best ways for people to help them.
