Animal Characteristics
Invertebrates
Vertebrates
100

This is the main characteristic that all animals share, which distinguishes them from plants.

What is being multicellular?

100



This is the largest group of invertebrates, which includes animals like spiders and insects.



What are arthropods?


100


This is the group of vertebrates that are cold-blooded and lay eggs in water.



What are amphibians?


200


Animals that can regulate their body temperature are called this.


What is endothermic?

200


These invertebrates have a soft body and often live in shells, such as snails and clams.


What are mollusks?

200


These vertebrates are characterized by feathers and beaks.



What are birds?


300


These are the two main ways animals reproduce.



What are sexual and asexual reproduction?


300


This type of invertebrate can regenerate lost body parts, like a starfish.



What are echinoderms?


300

This type of vertebrate has a backbone and is known for its ability to fly.


What are birds?


400


This type of symmetry can be found in animals like jellyfish and sea anemones.


What is radial symmetry?

400


These animals are known for their segmented bodies and include earthworms and leeches.


What are annelids?

400


These vertebrates are known for their ability to live both in water and on land.



What are amphibians?


500


Animals that have a backbone are classified as this.



What are vertebrates?


500


This group of invertebrates includes corals and jellyfish, characterized by their stinging cells.


What are cnidarians

500


This group of vertebrates includes mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians, and fish.



What are the five classes of vertebrates?