The Platypus and Echidna's Evolution Just Got Weirder

The Platypus and Echidna's Evolution Just Got Weirder

The platypus and echidna, often regarded as some of the most peculiar animals on Earth, may be hiding a far more complex evolutionary story than scientists initially believed. Recent findings from a groundbreaking study have unveiled new insights into these enigmatic creatures. The Fascinating World of Monotremes Native to Australia and New Guinea, the platypus and echidna are two of the only remaining monotremes—mammals that lay eggs instead of…