Is a Platypus heavier than a Woodchuck?
Answer : No, a Platypus is not heavier than a Woodchuck
The average weight of a Platypus is 2 kg, (4 lbs) versus 4 kg, (9 lbs) for a Woodchuck
| Name | Name:Platypus | Name:Woodchuck |
| Weight | Weight:2 kg, (4 lbs) | Weight:4 kg, (9 lbs) |
| * Duck Billed Platypus - ranges from .7 to 2.4kg | * ranges from 2 to 6kg | |
| Height | Height:16 cm, (6.3 in ) | Height:n/a |
| Top Speed | Top Speed:35 kph, (22 mph) | Top Speed:16 kph, (10 mph) |
| Lifespan in Wild (years) | Lifespan in Wild (years):6 | Lifespan in Wild (years):12 |
| Description | Description:The duck billed platypus lives in Tasmania and eastern Australia. It is among the rare sort of mammals that lay eggs. It has otter-like feet, a duck-like bill, and a beaver-like tail. They locate prey by electric fields. Males have poisonous spikes that are very painful to humans. | Description:Also known as groundhogs, these are the most widespread marmots in North America. They vary in color from gray, reddish brown, to dark brown and have long hind legs. |
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