This beautiful illustration captures one of Australia's most curious and unique mammals—the platypus—in its natural riverside habitat. Robyn Clarke's meticulous attention to detail brings to life this remarkable monotreme, from its distinctive duck-like bill and dense fur to its webbed feet and beaver-like tail.
The artwork portrays the platypus in a characteristic pose as it rests on a partially submerged log, with subtle reflections in the water below. Notice the extraordinary rendering of its waterproof coat with rich brown tones and subtle purple and blue highlights that add depth and dimension to this unusual creature.
As one of only five extant monotreme species (mammals that lay eggs) and the only venomous mammal in Australia, the platypus represents one of nature's most fascinating evolutionary stories. These elusive creatures inhabit freshwater systems along Australia's east coast and Tasmania, where they use their sensitive bills to detect prey through electroreception.
The perfect addition to any nature lover's collection or an ideal gift for those who appreciate Australian wildlife art.
Available in:
• A4 size (210 × 297 mm / 8.27 × 11.69 inches)
• A5 size (148 × 210 mm / 5.83 × 8.27 inches)
• A6 Card (105 × 148 mm / 4.13 × 5.83 inches)
Orientation: Landscape
All items arrive carefully packaged to protect their pristine condition during shipping.
Part of Robyn Clarke's Australian Wildlife Collection, celebrating the unique beauty of native fauna through thoughtful observation and artistic precision.
