Why are Platypi great animals to take to lunch? Because they always pick up the bill! (Awaits eye-roll and sigh) No, no, it's not just a pun! This particular Baby Platypus is very generous! Though it once made a tidy sum in Sydney real estate speculation, a lack of pockets with which to keep it has limited the extent of his gifts to hugs and cuddles. Which is more than enough!