Spiky, snouty and scientifically mind-blowing - our printable echidna mask is one for the animal enthusiasts! The echidna is one of only five surviving species of monotreme - a mammal that lays eggs - making it one of the most extraordinary creatures on the planet. Perfect for Australian animals school plays, incredible animals classroom projects, World Book Day, birthday parties, and seriously impressive imaginative play.

The echidna is genuinely one of the most scientifically fascinating animals alive - a mammal that lays eggs, has no nipples (it sweats milk through its skin), and can detect electrical signals with its snout. Pure classroom gold. Every mask comes with a full colour version AND a black and white line art version for colouring in.

5 Interesting Facts About Echidnas!

Echidnas are monotremes - one of only five mammal species in the world that lay eggs rather than giving birth to live young. The others are the four species of platypus.
They have no nipples - instead, the mother secretes milk directly through specialised patches of skin in her pouch, and the puggle (baby echidna) laps it up.
Echidnas have an extraordinary brain - relative to body size, they have the largest prefrontal cortex of any mammal, which is associated with higher cognitive function and problem-solving.
When threatened, an echidna doesn't run - it digs straight down into the ground, leaving only its spines exposed above the surface, making it almost impossible to dislodge.
Their body temperature is the lowest and most variable of any mammal - they can let their temperature drop close to the ambient environment, which helps them survive harsh conditions.

Printable Echidna Mask

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