true/false
Mammals are the only vertebrates that have fur.
true
What structures have mammals evolved to feed on their young.
Mammary glands
~470 millions
the first vertebrate evolved 470mln years ago
All mammals are viviparous.
false
platypus and echidnas lay eggs
What adaptations have birds evolved for flight.
Birds have lightweight, hollow bones, wings with feathers, and a highly efficient respiratory system that allows them to fly. They also have a strong muscular system to power their flight.
Camouflage
defense mechanism of amphibians
vertebrates reproduce asexually
false
vertebrates cannot reproduce asexually. They require a male and female to mate and produce offspring.
What are the major adaptations of fish that allow them to live in water?
Fish have streamlined bodies and fins that help them move through water. They also have gills to extract oxygen from water and scales to protect their bodies.
recycling
Vertebrates recycle nutrients through the food chain, contributing to the overall balance and functioning of ecosystems.
the characteristics of birds are the following: scales, four-chambered heart, moist skin
false
What are three bones in the middle ear of mammals?
hammer, anvil, and stirrup
170 tons
the blue whale is the largest creature to ever live on the Earth. It weighs 170 tons
Majority of mammals are insect eating animals
false
Some are insect eating animals known as insectivores: Shrews, Moles, Hedgehogs
Explain what are the eating habits of Herbivorous mammals?
Herbivorous mammals feed upon grass, shoots, leaves, fruits and plants.
virgin
70 species of vertebrates are capable of giving virgin births (parthenogenesis)
turkeys, some lizards, sharks, and snakes