The Nordic Platypus
Genus: Ornithorhynchus vikingus
The Nordic Platypus is a bizarre example of genetic divergence, recently discovered as an extreme variant of the Australian platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus). While the platypus is generally regarded to exist solely in Eastern Australia, the Nordic Platypus can be found in latitudes as high as Scandinavia. The most distinguishing feature of the Nordic Platypus, aside from its venomous spurs, is its prowess in the unexpected area of front squats. The Nordic Platypus needs to eat about 20% of its own weight each day. This requires the Nordic Platypus to spend an average of 12 hours each day looking for food. When not in the water or the weight room, the Nordic Platypus retires to various couches and other comfortable furniture. Preferred resting locations are usually strategically chosen due to their proximity to a mini-fridge and a large-screen television.
