What is another word for Order Monotremata?
Pronunciation: [ˈɔːdə mˌɒnə͡ʊtɹɪmˈɑːtə] (IPA) 
Order Monotremata is a scientific classification that refers to a group of unique and primitive mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth to live young. Some common synonyms for this order include Monotremes, Egg-laying Mammals, Prototheria, and Ornithodelphia. Monotremes are found only in Australia and New Guinea, and include only five living species, the platypus and four species of echidnas. These animals are considered to be evolutionary relics that have retained characteristics of the ancestors of all mammals, including features like electroreception and the ability to produce milk without nipples. The study of Monotremes offers unique insights into the evolution of mammals and their various adaptations to different environments.
