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How to find platypuses in the wild according to a man in the know

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platypus in water playing
A platypus plays in the creek at Maleny

Sunshine Coast man Neil Andison is so good at finding platypuses in the wild, locals have dubbed him the Platypus Whisperer.

He says if you take the time to stay still and observe, you could see these beautiful creatures for yourself.

Listen as he tells Annie Gaffney how he first became fascinated by platypuses in his local creek and share his tips for spotting them in the wild.

(Photo: Neil Andison)

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Maleny, Environment, Animals, People
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