Quick answer
Platypuses feed on a diet shaped by their habitat — see our full platypus profile for prey, plants, and seasonal shifts.
Diet overview
The platypus is a small, semi-aquatic Australian mammal with a duck-like bill, webbed feet, and a beaver-like tail.
Feeding behaviour
Many platypuses adjust what they eat as seasons change.
Ecological role
Their diet links them to the wider food web in their native range.
FAQs
Where can I learn more about the platypus?
See our full platypus profile for habitat, diet, and conservation status.
Where do these facts come from?
Researched from IUCN Red List data and our editorial platypus species profile.