Monotremes

 are very unique Mammals that lay eggs. There are currently 3 living species of, two species of echidna the duckbill platypus.

Facts

 * Monotremes are the only group of Mammals that lay eggs.
 * The two species of echidna are the Short Beaked Echidna and the Long Beak Echidna.
 * Echidnas are also known as Spiny Anteaters.
 * The duckbill platypus has a bill similar to a ducks', and a tail similar to a beavers'.
 * Male platypuses contain venom, which is unusual in the animal kingdom.

Gallery of Monotremes
File:Echidna.png|Echidna File:Platypus.png|Platypus