National Geographic researchers are trying to collect DNA samples from these odd duck-billed mammals to determine whether there are separate subspecies.

Best.Song.Ever.

A rare encounter with a platypus in the wild. Normally a shy creature, this baby male platypus is happy to be on show. Shot in the Blue Mountains, NSW, Australia.

the judul says it all. In Sydney.

A Platypus found foraging for food in the crystal clear waters. Platypus are rarely seen in the wild.

The platypus is a strange mix of different traits, including a venomous spur used in male to male combat.