A platypus thief causes chaos for dogs in a funny moment.

With its furry body and duck-billed face, the platypus is nothing if not bizarre looking. But scientists have confirmed that its strangeness is more than skin deep — after unraveling the animal's ...

A platypus, a mammal of rather ordinary stature with a ducklike bill, is seen at a national park in Queensland, Australia. Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a ...

The 1999 comedy Dogma opens with a disclaimer, exhorting the audience to remember that "even God has a sense of humor. Just look at the Platypus. Thank you and enjoy the show. P.S. We sincerely ...