When Europeans were first made aware of the platypus in 1798, it was believed to be a hoax. Such an animal defied explanation at the time. Strangely enough, this lesson serves as the perfect analogy for why many people initially dismiss bitcoin. h/t @CremeDeLaCrypto
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The platypus specimen shipped back to England (from Australia) was thought to be the product of various animals sewn together as part of an elaborate attempt to fool the public.