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Platypus
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/mammals/platypus/

The Platypus is a unique Australian species. Along with echidnas, Platypuses are grouped in a separate order of mammals known as monotremes, which are distinguished from all other mammals because they lay eggs.

Published 30 October 2015

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Short-beaked Echidna
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/mammals/short-beaked-echidna/

The Short-beaked Echidna is the only species of echidna in Australia.

Published 26 October 2015

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The evolution of the platypus
https://australian.museum/learn/teachers/learning/platypus-evolution/

Learn about the different platypus fossils that have been discovered in Australia and South America and compare their features.

Published 18 November 2020

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Echidna research in the Mammalogy collection
https://australian.museum/learn/teachers/learning/echidna-research/

Watch a video about how echidnas in the Australian Museum's Mammalogy collection are used in research.

Published 17 November 2020

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Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru

Come face-to-face with one of the most remarkable gold collections to ever tour the globe in the immersive exhibition, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru and add-on VR experience.

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Future Now

Step into Future Now, an Australian Museum exhibition about sustainability and be inspired by practical and innovative ways to build a more sustainable future.

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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

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10am - 4.30pm

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Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

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