G4M "Echidna & Platypus" Part 4

How does a platypus's bill help it find food underwater? (part 4)

• It uses the bill to dig up food.

• The bill glows in the dark to attract prey.

• The bill has sensors for electrical signals from prey.

What are platypus eggs similar to? (part 4)

• Round, leathery reptile eggs

• Hard, oval bird eggs

• Small, soft insect eggs

How does the information about the platypus laying eggs connect to its classification as a monotreme? (part 4)

• It shows that the platypus is like a duck, so it can swim under water.

• It shows that the platypus is a reptile, so it has venom.

• It supports the idea that the platypus is a unique mammal.

What unique feature does a male platypus have? (part 4)

• Venom in its spurs

• Wings for flying

• A long, colorful tail

How does a platypus protect itself if it cannot dive into water? (2023 final)

• A platypus slaps its predators with its webbed feet.

• A platypus uses electrical signals to hurt predators.

• A platypus uses venomous spurs on its feet to protect itself.

If there is a choice, what does the platypus do when facing danger? (part 4)

• It dives underwater or dashes down a burrow.

• It fights its predator using its venom.

• It calls for help from other platypuses.

If a platypus cannot escape a predator, how does it protect itself? (2023 GF)

• It rolls itself into a ball and sticks out its spine.

• It bites its predator with its hard, sharp beak.

• It fights back with venomous spurs.

Why does a male platypus use its spurs? (part 4)

• It uses its spurs to locate food and catch prey.

• It uses its spurs to build its burrow.

• It uses its spurs for protection.

How does the venomous spur of the male platypus help its survival in the wild? (part 4)

• It attracts mates during the breeding season to reproduce.

• It is used for hunting prey in the water and storing food in the burrow.

• It helps in competing with other males and fighting for territory.

How does the platypus protect itself? (part 4)

• By using its flexible muscles to change its shape

• By using venom, like a spider or snake

• By using camouflage to blend in with its surroundings