I sat in a riverbed, and a whole family of 4 platypus swam up to me. Looked me up and down. Then continued on their way. Magic. I will never forget that day.

@rileysmiley2521

7 ай бұрын

They were judging you really hard and to this day tell tales down their line about that one human that looked at them funny 😂😂

@7xXSE7ENXx7

7 ай бұрын

They looked in utter disgust and swam away. I'm still jealous though

@minigiant8998

6 ай бұрын

that wasn't a family the only time they gather in numbers is during battles over territory. ur lucky to be alive.

@tracyjacoby2382

6 ай бұрын

Beautiful!! I'm glad you experienced that, you cannot put a price tag on that.🥰

@sophia23346

6 ай бұрын

how could the things that people say made the universe get here is there was nothing God made it all so many prophecies are being filled from revelations telling us that Jesus is coming back they are happing right now in the world he loves and cares😊❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉

Last thing I thought I'd see today was a baby platypus roll over and realize it's the cutest thing ever.

@annwhitfield2379

3 ай бұрын

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@stackhat8624

Ай бұрын

Young platypus are called a puggle

@CerroneSamuel

Ай бұрын

Wasn’t it? Too cute ☺️

I've read and watch many things about platypus but the fact they use their tails was new and so intriguing to me

@Catherinzsl

6 ай бұрын

Same! Is there anything about these creatures that _isn't_ fascinating?!

@veramae4098

5 ай бұрын

When one of the first platypus (corpses?) was sent to London, they declared it was an obvious fake and could see the stitches holding it together. What? I guess we see what we expect.

@somedudefromapharmacy

3 ай бұрын

Platypuses also glow teal in ultraviolet light incase u didnt know

@Omega_speed

3 ай бұрын

@@somedudefromapharmacywait is that where Perry’s coloring comes from?!

@somedudefromapharmacy

3 ай бұрын

@@Omega_speed no lol, Dan Povenmire chose that color for Perry because he thought it looked cool.

The way his face melted when he saw the baby 😭

The photographer is so sweet as well, the joy he takes in his work and nature is so beautiful!

@sharonmullins1957

7 ай бұрын

IKR? How does one sign up for this position; I would do it for free.

@sorahare99

6 ай бұрын

He looks so happy, how wonderful it is to do things that one really likes.

@DanAndHoe

6 ай бұрын

I bought a digital camera with a decent zoom lens a year or two ago, and it still brings me so much joy to just sit back and take pictures of all kinds of common birds visiting my balcony on a foraging trip, for a sip of water or to take a quick bath. It brings me so much joy every time. Nature is beautiful and we should preserve it where possible. Even cities can harbour all kinds of life if done right. I’ve been ill for the past year, but I hope to become a wildlife photographer. For now it’s just urban wildlife, but it’s nature nonetheless.

@sophia23346

6 ай бұрын

how could the things that people say made the universe get here is there was nothing God made it all so many prophecies are being filled from revelations telling us that Jesus is coming back they are happing right now in the world he loves and cares

@sophia23346

6 ай бұрын

@@DanAndHoe how could the things that people say made the universe get here is there was nothing God made it all so many prophecies are being filled from revelations telling us that Jesus is coming back they are happing right now in the world he loves and cares

I'm so impressed with how much strength and dexterity the mom had in her tail! I knew they used it to swim and maneuver, but to see it used in such a manner, like a giant grabber was amazing! The baby was absolutely precious, especially as they bumbled about. Utterly adorable.

@sharonmullins1957

7 ай бұрын

Amazing mother! BTW, where is that dad? 😃😂

@NomSauce

6 ай бұрын

Yeah I was just a stunned, I had no idea their tail had so much utility other than for swimming.

@Cec9e13

3 ай бұрын

Had absolutely NO CLUE.

@nanyur3013

3 ай бұрын

I'm your 1K like 😀

I’m so glad that I clicked on this today. It’s a wonderful break from all the horrors that are happening in the world right now. Thank you.

@Jackie_Tikki_Tavi

7 ай бұрын

Yep. Definitely takes my mind off the sirens.

@Mere-Lachaiselongue

7 ай бұрын

real

@m.a.b.4104

7 ай бұрын

Clicked for the same reason. This is a short clip of an approx hour long doco made in Tasmania, Australia which was released on the ABC(Australian version), earlier this year. I definitely recommend watching the whole doco, it's great. Glad to see it's reaching overseas audiences.

@ecclairmayo4153

7 ай бұрын

Me too! So cute and such a break

@user-wl3fs4im8f

7 ай бұрын

Australian wildlife is magnificent, it’s incredible to see it thrive amidst all the adversity. Never give into despair, y’all. ❤

OMG, who knew platypus have a prehensile tail?! Amazing!! They're pretty adorable.

@MsBrehay

6 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same I had no idea they’d carry stuff like that

@litapd311

6 ай бұрын

these creatures always find a way to surprise us so cute

@darleneengebretsen1468

4 ай бұрын

I never knew that either. The internet has a lot of garbage, but also many wonderful things.

He’s gonna grow up to be the best secret agent

@BlackIndigenousPosse

3 ай бұрын

American GARBAGE joke. Shut the fuck up.

@AudioJellyfish

Ай бұрын

But he's a photographer already...

@rchaykovskiy

24 күн бұрын

@@AudioJellyfish😐

I never expected them to be that size! They're quite adorable!

@UNLebanon

7 ай бұрын

When they are born, they are about the size of a jellybean.

@nckojita

7 ай бұрын

even the adults are teeny tiny! they’re like shockingly small, you could probably hold them and they’d fill both your hands

@bookpusher

7 ай бұрын

Very smol, indeed!

@Draqua

6 ай бұрын

I think people assume they're beaver sized, because they're often described as having "the body of a beaver"

@hambor12

6 ай бұрын

I think most people assume platypi are either beaver-sized due to how often it’s compared to a beaver in shape Or “small-ish dog” sized due to Phineas and Ferb, not taking into account that Perry is a cartoon character with artistic liberties taken to proportions and anatomy

Wonderful and super cute, especially his tumbles.

@mr.commonsense

7 ай бұрын

mommy mommy, look at this

@chiberjuberdourado2487

7 ай бұрын

Annnd down he goes. Again. 😊

@n.d.7931

7 ай бұрын

those tumbles and underbelly especially 😊

2:15 the way he looks at her is so beautiful, you can tell he loves his job 🥺

@pisse3000

7 ай бұрын

Get you a man who looks at you the way he looks at that platypus 🤗

@coffeen.5142

7 ай бұрын

@@pisse3000 HAHAHA FOR REAL 🙌

I don't know which is more wholesome, the baby platypus or the photographer.

This odd-looking creature has a bill and webbed feet like a duck, a body and fur like an otter, and a tail like a beaver. It lays eggs like a chicken, burrows like a wombat, and suckles its young like a mother bear. Little wonder that the first scientist to examine one suspected that it was a hoax!

@broadbandislife

7 ай бұрын

AKCHUYALLY their eggs are leathery like those of lizards, not hard-shelled like those of birds. But yeah when European naturalists first got their hands on a taxidermied one in 1799 they considered it a hoax - not unreasonably, as Frankensteining up chimeric taxidermies out of several different critters had a long and storied pedigree. The _Wolpertinger_ out of German folklore is a well-known and prolific example and the platypus is almost as bizarre.

@ferretyluv

Күн бұрын

It’s even weirder than that. They don’t suckle. They sweat milk and the pups just lap it up.

Glad to see birds are also confused by such a strange creature, lmao. Lovely footage. They are adorable.

The mom is so well camouflaged and she glides through the water and mud like a hockey puck. I’ve never actually seen a platypus in its natural habitat before. They really are fascinating

The fact that the smile never leaves this man's face brings me so much joy. He truly loves these animals.

I was eight. In third grade we were making any animal we wanted out of clay. I made a platypus. My dad had it on his desk for years and years. Not sure where it’s gone to, but I still remember it. I so enjoyed this video and the memories….

@Hunny_Bunn2004

6 ай бұрын

For all we know it’s probably living a secret life as a lil clay platypus agent.

@cherylb6755

6 ай бұрын

@@Hunny_Bunn2004 Oh, what a lovely thought! Thank you for sharing it! 👏🏻💖

@tdb7992

3 ай бұрын

That's a lovely story. Your dad clearly loved your platypus.

@cherylb6755

3 ай бұрын

@@tdb7992~ Thank you. I am glad you enjoyed it. He did. He also loved my yellow bird I embroidered in the first grade. 😉

@ladyturner8746

Ай бұрын

There's a kid in my 1st grade class who's just discovered the platypus and is obsessed. I think he's gonna love this video.

What a cutie Wishing the Platypus longevity And much success

Thank you for giving us Perry the Platypus origin story.

@Frxst32

4 ай бұрын

lol

The way the little guy tumbled into the water was so, so cute! What a precious creature.

I've always been captivated by these unique little animals...and this is the first time I have ever seen a pup. Thank you so very much for sharing...God bless...

@RealFarknMcCoy

7 ай бұрын

They are called "puggles", instead of pups.

@Somethinghumble

7 ай бұрын

wait which God? Just want to be clear. There's SO many!

@Mere-Lachaiselongue

7 ай бұрын

@@Somethinghumble Jesus, son of God.

@RealFarknMcCoy

7 ай бұрын

@@Mere-Lachaiselongue Isn't everyone a child of God? Or at least one of them?

@FangsFirst

6 ай бұрын

​​@@RealFarknMcCoythere's actually no official term at all for young platypuses, and both "platypup" and "puggle" are used. For whatever reason (presumably because people think the word is cute, which is understandable), the idea that puggle is somehow "correct" is commonly stated. To the extent that it's widely used, it's possible that it's slowly becoming true (since this is a living language and all!) But of course you'll note he doesn't use the term in this video, for example and says "young platypus", which is around as official as it gets.

This video is wonderful and to see Zoom's healthy baby is great. That is one very cute, adorable platypus. I hope he has a long, happy and safe life. 🇦🇺

2:13-2:18 look how passionate this guy is about his work. Awesome.

It's wonderful to have people appreciate the efforts of other creatures to live and survive.

@GramGramGenX-ln5sc

4 ай бұрын

And KZread creators, as well.

its official, the platypus is my favourite animal now

@oakmaiden2133

7 ай бұрын

Move over koala bear!

Too cute, amazing footage!

Wish the little one and long and healthy life. Thanks for this lovely video.

I had no idea a platypus could curl their tail like that! It's so wonderful to learn new things about animals, especially in well-made videos such as this. Thank you!

He was adorable! What a little chubby guy!! I don’t think I’ve ever seen a little one like that!! Blessings to him and his Mama always! 🙏🏻😍😍😍💙🩷🩵💚💜

Fascinating and adorable. Such a strange form, our mammal relatives. Makes me wonder what the Triassic looked like!

Both the photographer and the platypus are so lovely ♥ I love watching the little platy roll down and get right back up!

I'm just amazed the photographer was able to get so close. They are one of the most timid animals I know of, and consider it a treat if spotted in the wild. I suspect these platypus are used to people.

@donnievance1942

7 ай бұрын

@@fleetingfacet ^^ Idiot talking.

@medea27

3 ай бұрын

I suspect this was filmed in Tasmania, where the platypus are more diurnal than on the mainland... as they spend more time out & about in daylight they don't tend to spook as easily. But with any wild animal, a little know-how and _a lot_ of patience can reap rewards... and I guarantee that he spent many, _many_ wet & chilly hours patiently waiting to get those few minutes of footage!

The cutest little chunky baby. ❤

@FredrickHoxinville

7 ай бұрын

I'm chunky too 😢

Why did I cry watching this... this is exactly the kind of wholesome heartwarming content I need right now.

@nicem8746

3 ай бұрын

Don’t we all.🤗💕 take care 😍

@complexlittlepirate3589

3 ай бұрын

I cried too! It's because this is pure love, dedication and life

Such amazing creatures❣️

They are amazing and adorable. They use their tails to carry things. ❤

What a blessing to see them. Thank you!

Usually, I'm not a fan of slimy hairy things but my god this baby platypus is too precious! Hope he grows out of the klutziness soon.

I want to hug that baby platypus and give it love, it's so cute!

@klondike69none85

7 ай бұрын

they are a venomous animal and could kill you with their sting

@dororexgaming4205

7 ай бұрын

@@klondike69none85 only males have venomous spurs and while it is excruciatingly painful it wont kill you, though it is so painful people wish they were dead, so still not something you want to pick up without training under an experienced platypus handler first(yes those exist)

@klondike69none85

7 ай бұрын

@@dororexgaming4205 either way probably not a good idea to hug them like this person wanted to do lol

@dororexgaming4205

7 ай бұрын

@@klondike69none85 true, I also think it's illegal to touch a wild platypus aswell haha

@taliagmail.com2005

6 ай бұрын

​@@klondike69none85only insects have stingers so u u sure you mean bite

The camera man has such a great demeanor.

Baby platypodes are just so ridiculously cute 🤣

The little butt wiggles at 2:25 . My heart melts.

What a gift to watch this today. We need more of this in today’s world ❤

I enjoyed watching this and wish it was longer, great video and so adorable 😊

That was magical! Thanks for sharing it with us all ❤

Agent P's childhood

@mr.commonsense

7 ай бұрын

practicing his iconic barrel rolls since it was a baby

@TheSilentMan-ng9cp

15 күн бұрын

I was looking for this comment

Did anyone know they carry leaves using their tails? amazing!

@cmvdoo

7 ай бұрын

Nope, no idea.. First time ever I see this.

You know it shouldn't surprise me after the beak, the eggs, the milk sweat, the venomous spurs, the electroreception abilities, the lack of a stomach, and the blue glow under ultraviolet light; but the fact that the platypus can hold stuff with their tails like that is a surprise. What an animal

watching the baby platypus tumble is the cutest thing

Thank you so much 🥰 sharing this video 😊

Such a wholesome video to see on a stressful day. Thank you

That was amazing to see! Thank you!

What a beautiful video. Thank you.😊

Watching this baby platypus struggle just to get into the water, it makes me wonder how any of them make it to adulthood. This eally was a special moment captured on camera.

Those are the cutest (and strangest) animals I've seen in a while. I couldn't even believe my eyes when that poor little thing started tumbling over... Too cute.

I am waiting for this episode anxiously❤

These creatures are remarkable! That tail !

And that baby platypus grew up to be the best secerent agent in the Tri-state area 🫡

I had no idea they used their tails like that!

@vbrown6445

7 ай бұрын

Me either. And now I'm wondering if beavers use their similar tails the same way.

Thank you for this content.

So beautiful! And I just love the photographer's joy and care for this oh-so-important species and their home.

@darleneengebretsen1468

4 ай бұрын

He's a nice gentle Soul.

Amazing!!! God bless them ❤ thank you so much for this wonderful video

Thanks! This is amazing.

This is an amazing piece of art

Subscribed! Looks like they're posting the whole episode on the 18th.

This documentary was so beautiful!

Platypus are my favorite animal. Amazing put together of everything.

Wow, that was adorable footage!

Thank you for the incredible and magical images. A big hug from Brazil!

Oh, what a treat.

City? Does he mean Melbourne? There are plans to reintroduce the platypus to the Torrens River in Adelaide too 😁 They’ll have to get the water a lot cleaner!

@hobartrivuletplatypus

7 ай бұрын

I was referring to Hobart, where the The Platypus Guardiann documentary is set :-)

This is cute. The area here had a platypus erradication program a while back, I hope some made it and were thriving.

The Platypus is such an amazing animal. They're so fascinating.

I must look for this Nature episode.They always make me happy.

And this was how Perry was born, he's done very well for himself since his clumsy days!

Thank you so much!!! ❤❤❤

ADORABLE! Be safe little fella!

I never knew they used their tail either. Amazingly cute.

Thank you for your dedication! This was so beautiful and heartwarming 😍

Magical creatures, so tiny and fragile. God bless them.

I didn’t know I needed to see a baby platypus tumble over, but it’s actually the cutest thing

What an adorable little peanut! ❤

Sploosh! My heart melted.

The cutest thing I’ve seen today

I had no idea they used their tails like that. My day has been significantly improved

Amazing to be able to capture such unique moments of nature.

Wow many THANKS for such a great video I adore duck billed platypus and was thrilled to learn how a female carries home the bedding

This is the cutest thing I have ever seen in my entire life

Saw this docu on PBS Nature just mesmerised me

Thank you for sharing your experiences in. I love 💕 him. So cute thanks for your great work

It's so beautiful and overwhelming how nature works every day quietly in its own micro space. It s so important to protect it

First time I have seen a wild platypus in situ. Just magical. Such a unique animal. ❤❤❤

This dude is living the dream 🥺

Cutest animal on earth! There are two in San Diego at the Safari park so now I have seen one in person ❤

Saw this vid and subscribed immediately

Wait a minute. Out of the burrow means out of mom’s care?! OMG, the poor little thing can barely stop rolling onto his back. Absolutely precious ❤

I had no clue they carry nesting material with their tails. That is so adorable.

I was blessed to see one paddling around in a creek in a downpour near Mullum in Australia while volunteering on my travels. I get why he’s wearing that amazing clothing, because I came away with a nice big blood filled leech attached to me from having stood still in rapt attention at the platypus for so long LOL

@annoyedshedevil

4 ай бұрын

We also have ticks that can cause paralysis, so safety first 😅

Incredible videography!