1. An Introduction to VertebratesBy
Jaysing Pawara
(Assistant Professor)
Dept. of Zoology, S.S.V.P.S Arts, Commerce and Science College Shindkheda , Dist Dhule, M. S. India.
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2. Animals Animals are divided into two major groups: Vertebrates
Invertebrates

3. Vertebrates These are animals with a backbone.
There are five groups of vertebrates:
Fish
Amphibians
Birds
Reptiles
Mammals

4. Fish
Have wet scales
Lays eggs in water
Lives in water

5. Amphibians Have moist skin Lay jelly coated eggs in water
Lives on land and water

6. Birds Have feathers and hollow bones Lay hard shelled eggs
Warm blooded

7. Reptiles
Have dry scales
Lay leathery shelled eggs
Cold blooded

8. Mammals Have hair and produce milk
Give birth to live offspring (no eggs)
Warm blooded

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