Vertebrates
Invertebrates
Animal Characteristics
Classification
Fun Facts
100

This groups of vertebrates is know for laying eggs and includes animals like frogs and toads. 

What are amphibians?

100

This is the largest group of invertebrates, known for having6 legs and 3 body parts.

What are insects?

100

The backbone is a key feature of this group of animals. 

What are vertebrates? 

100

Animals are classified into these two main groups based on whether they have a backbone. 

What are vertebrates and invertebrates? 

100

This animals is known as the largest land mammal.

What is an elephant?

200

These vertebrates are warm-blooded and have feathers.

What are birds?

200

These invertebrates have eight legs, and include spiders and scorpions. 

What are Arachnids?

200

Invertebrates do not have this structure in their bodies. 

What is a backbone?

200

This is the science of classifying living things. 

What is taxonomy?

200

This aquatic invertebrate can grow their lost arms back.

What is a starfish?

300

This type of vertebrate is characterized by having scales and gills. 

What are fish?

300

This group of invertebrates includes creatures like octopuses and snails. 

What are mollusks?

300

These animals are known for having moist skin and often live near water. 

What are amphibians?

300

This term describes animals that are warm-blooded and typically have fur or hair. 

What are mammals?

300

This creature has eight legs and is not classified as an insect because insects have six legs.

What is a spider?

400

This group includes animals like snakes and turtles, which are known for having dry, scaly skin.

What are reptiles?

400

These invertebrates are known for their stinging cells and include jellyfish and corals. 

What are cnidarians? 

400

Birds are known for this special feature that helps them fly.

What are feathers?

400

Animals in the group, including lions, bears, wolves, have sharp teeth and are mostly meat-eaters. 

What are carnivores?

400

Penguins are know for being great at this activity, even though they can't fly. 

What is swimming?

500

The largest group of vertebrates, known for giving live birth and producing milk for their young. 

What are mammals?

500

This group of invertebrates has spiny skin and includes starfish and sea urchins.

What are echinoderms?

500

This egg-laying mammal from Australia  has a bill like a duck and webbed feet. 

What is the platypus?

500

Fish use these to breathe in water. 

What are gills?


500

This marine animal is known for its ability to change color and is often called "the chameleon of the sea."

What is an Octopus?