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Ornithorhynchus

Ornithorhynchus

9.9
A group of egg-laying mammals that includes the platypus from Australia
  • noun
  • /ˌɔrnɪˈθɔrɪŋkəs/
  • Australian
translation icon : Ornithorhynchus
  • The only living species in the genus Ornithorhynchus is the platypus.

Examples

  • The Ornithorhynchus is notable for its duck-billed snout and webbed feet.

  • Did you know that the Ornithorhynchus lays eggs?

  • Scientists debated the classification of Ornithorhynchus when it was first discovered.

  • The Ornithorhynchus is a unique animal found in Australia.

  • The only living species in the genus Ornithorhynchus is the platypus, which is known for its unusual characteristics.

  • The Ornithorhynchus is a fascinating monotreme that can be found in various freshwater habitats in Australia.

  • Scientists conduct research on the Ornithorhynchus to understand more about its unique biology and evolutionary history.

Compounds

Ornithorhynchus anatinus
  • Australian
9.9

A small furry water animal in Australia and Tasmania with a broad duck-like bill and webbed feet

Surface Forms

Ornithorhynchus singular
Ornithorhynchi plural

Etymology

Ornithorhynchus comes from Greek parts ornitho- 'bird' and -rhynchus 'snout'. A helpful way to remember the name is to think 'bird-snout', because the platypus in this genus has a duck-like bill.