About the platypus
The platypus also known as the Ornithorhynchus anatinus is a mammal that is quite unique for its class of mammals. Most mammals give birth to live babies whereas in this case, the platypus lays eggs. Because the playpus is warm blooded and has most of the qualifying characteristics for a mammal, it is not classified as a reptile. The platypus also has an unusual structure which is well adapted for its environment. The platypus has webbed feet, a flat tail and bill that looks like a duck. All of these attributes help the platypus to do its daily activities. The webbed feet and tail help to swim through the water at speeds of 1 meter per second. These webbed feet can retract to reveal sharp claws good for digging holes in the soil. Here are some more facts about the platypus:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Monotremate
Family: Ornithorhynchidae
Genus: Ornithorhynchus
Species: Ornithorhynchus anatinus
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Monotremate
Family: Ornithorhynchidae
Genus: Ornithorhynchus
Species: Ornithorhynchus anatinus
About this website
In this website their will be extensive information about the different parts of the scientific acronym MRS GREN. Here is a little introduction to each one which will help you to understand why each one is a necessary living requirement:
M (Movement) - Movement is the concept used to help the platypus or any living organism gather the essential necessities such as food, water and shelter. Movement requires the skeletal, muscular and nervous systems to support, move and protect their bodies. Some organisms such as plants have a slower movement process to the other mammals but the plant still does move.
R (Respiration) - Respiration is the essential component needed for breathing and also gathering energy from from its food. Some animals have different respiration systems to others. For the platypus, it has a common respiratory system, similar to that of a human.
S (Sensitivity) - Sensitivity is what allows an organism to detect changes in the environment or climate. It also helps organisms to interact with other creatures. Sensitivity is being able to sense what other things are happening around your body. Without sensitivity, an organism would be a great target for food.
G (Growth) - Growth is the component which helps organisms to grow older and repair anything that has been damaged. Growth is achieved by the intake of nutrients.
R (Reproduction) - Reproduction is the ability to produce more animals of the same species. If a certain type of species of organisms did not have the ability to reproduce then that organism will quickly become extinct.
E (Excretory) - If an organism can eat, then it also has to be able to get rid of waste. The way animals do this is by using the excretory system. This means an organism will intake something, then take out all the nutrients in that, then excrete the waste.
N (Nutrition) - Nutrition is important for the health of an animal as it provides the organism with its nutrients and energy. Nutrition also gives the animal the ability to grow.
M (Movement) - Movement is the concept used to help the platypus or any living organism gather the essential necessities such as food, water and shelter. Movement requires the skeletal, muscular and nervous systems to support, move and protect their bodies. Some organisms such as plants have a slower movement process to the other mammals but the plant still does move.
R (Respiration) - Respiration is the essential component needed for breathing and also gathering energy from from its food. Some animals have different respiration systems to others. For the platypus, it has a common respiratory system, similar to that of a human.
S (Sensitivity) - Sensitivity is what allows an organism to detect changes in the environment or climate. It also helps organisms to interact with other creatures. Sensitivity is being able to sense what other things are happening around your body. Without sensitivity, an organism would be a great target for food.
G (Growth) - Growth is the component which helps organisms to grow older and repair anything that has been damaged. Growth is achieved by the intake of nutrients.
R (Reproduction) - Reproduction is the ability to produce more animals of the same species. If a certain type of species of organisms did not have the ability to reproduce then that organism will quickly become extinct.
E (Excretory) - If an organism can eat, then it also has to be able to get rid of waste. The way animals do this is by using the excretory system. This means an organism will intake something, then take out all the nutrients in that, then excrete the waste.
N (Nutrition) - Nutrition is important for the health of an animal as it provides the organism with its nutrients and energy. Nutrition also gives the animal the ability to grow.