Short-Beaked Echidna

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About

Monotreme with a spiny body.

Behavior

Solitary; uses snout to find ants.

Habitat

Forests and grasslands of Australia and New Guinea

Appearance

Spiny coat with a long snout.

Diet

Carnivore

Interesting Facts

One of few egg-laying mammals.

Conservation Status

Least Concern

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