The platypus is one of nature’s shy creatures. Only twice has a platypus bred in captivity. Because they are found only in Australia, and will not breed in zoos, most people know very little about the platypus. This exceptional film shows the platypus on dry land, underwater and, by means of carefully sectioned burrow, we even follow him into his home. This is a unique chance to see the mammal in its natural environment. Suitable for primary school level.
Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
012623
Language
English
Subject categories
Animals & Wildlife → Animal behavior
Animals & Wildlife → Animal ecology
Animals & Wildlife → Animals - Habitations
Animals & Wildlife → Mammals - Australia
Animals & Wildlife → Nature study
Animals & Wildlife → Platypus
Animals & Wildlife → Wildlife conservation
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Natural history
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Wildlife conservation
Documentary
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Short films
Short films → Short films - Australia
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
U-Matic; Access Print (Section 1)
MOV file ProRes4444; Digital Preservation Master - overscan
MPEG-4 Digital File; ACMI Digital Access Copy - overscan