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Why you might be more likely to see a platypus at Tidbinbilla now

Hope for saving threatened animals after new research results.

The Canberra Times · Aug 10

Many people go their whole lives without seeing a platypus in the wild. We just saw four in one night

Ten platypuses were reintroduced into Sydney’s Royal national park in 2023. This week, two new juveniles were discovered, leading one researcher to cry ‘Oh, give me a hug’

The Guardian - AU · Oct 17, 2025

‘They did not let up’: rare video of platypuses fighting captured by Tasmanian farmer

Two male platypuses engaged in a ferocious battle for dominance, which expert says is normal in the build up to breeding season

The Guardian - AU · Jun 14, 2023

Under threat: Do you know where Hunter's platypuses are hiding?

Hunter nature lovers have been asked to contribute to a citizen science project that aims to understand how extreme weather events are impacting on platypus habitat and population numbers.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 1, 2022

Platypus bill of health faces troubled waters

A lack of platypus monitoring is occurring, making it difficult to assess conservation status.

Newcastle Herald · May 28, 2022