Picking a mate in the world of echidnas is rather complicated and requires a lot of patience. Aaron Pedersen explains the unique ritual. #AustraliaRemastered

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Like the platypus, the female echidna also uses a burrow to raise her young.
But first, she must attract a mate. To get the males in the mood, she releases a strong scent from spur pockets on her hind feet. The scent attracts a group of respectable gentlemen who take their place in an orderly queue called an echidna train. The males follow her for up to a month, all hoping to get lucky. They shadow her every movement, proving their dedication to her.
It's a gruelling test of endurance.

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