AustraliaAt just 0.7–2.4 kg, the Platypus is one of the lightest carnivore mammals (#31 of 32). Found in Australia, it inhabits eastern australia habitats.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Platypus | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.6 kg | 50 kg | ↓ 97% |
| Height | 12.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 9 km/h | 48 km/h | ↓ 81% |
| Avg Speed | 5 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Platypus inhabits eastern australia habitats. It can be found in Australia.
Typical coloring: Brown.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Platypus is a solitary species belonging to the Ornithorhynchidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
NT The Platypus is classified as Near Threatened. There are 14 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Platypus’s weight of 0.7–2.4 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #9 of 14 Near Threatened species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | White Rhinoceros | 1800–2500 kg | NT |
| 2 | Narwhal | Up to 1600 kg | NT |
| 3 | American Bison | 318–1000 kg | NT |
| 4 | Markhor | Up to 110 kg | NT |
| 5 | Gerenuk | 28–52 kg | NT |
Related Species
How much does a Platypus weigh?
A Platypus typically weighs 0.7–2.4 kg, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Platypus?
The Platypus is classified as “Near Threatened”. There are 14 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Platypus live?
The Platypus is found in Australia, in eastern australia habitats.
How does the Platypus reproduce?
The Platypus has a gestation period of 10 days and typically produces 1-3 (rarely 5) offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026