Vertebrates
The animals, such as mammals and birds, that can maintain a relatively constant body temperature
Endothermic animals
The largest group of fish have what type of endoskeleton?
Bone
The name amphibian means
Double life.
Name three of the four living groups that are included in the reptile group.
Fish, Amphibians and reptiles all have
Backbone
In a vertebrate, what is the wall of the heart chamber made of?
Muscle tissue
How do most fish reproduce?
Spawning
Amphibians undergo
Metamorphosis
Reptiles use this to control their temperature
Surroundings or environment
Blood that has a high level of carbon dioxide is considered what?
Deoxygenated
Why are endoskeletons considered alive?
Have cells, require energy, and are capable of growth.
Top two senses that fish have
Sight and smell
Name an amphibian with a tail
Salamander
Reptiles breathe using
Lungs
An animal that eats meat is called
Carnivore
The study of living things to discover solutions to human problems.
Biomimicry
The organ many fish use to help them float at a constant depth
Swim Bladder
The state of inactivity that amphibians may enter during hot, dry weather.
Estivation
Where do the following types of turtles typically live; Sea Turtles, tortoises, and terrapins live?
Sea Turtles - Ocean
Tortoises - On land
Terrapins, in or near fresh or brackish water
Two systems that work together to support the flow of oxygen through the body.
Respiratory System and circulatory system
What muscle assists mammals and humans with breathing
diaphragm
What makes lampreys and hagfish different from other fish?
They have no jaws
Amphibians reproduce by
Laying eggs
Reptiles reproduce using
Internal fertilization
The brain and spinal cord are part of what system?
Central Nervous System