Animal Classification

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What are Amphibians?

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Amphibians are animals that start their life in water with gills and later develop lungs to breathe air. Examples include frogs and salamanders.

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What type of animal does NOT breathe air with lungs?

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Fish do not breathe air with lungs; they use gills to extract oxygen from water.

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What is a common characteristic of Mammals?

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Mammals are warm-blooded animals that have fur or hair and usually give live birth. They also feed their young with milk.

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What is a Bird?

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Birds are animals that have feathers, wings, and beaks. They lay eggs and most can fly.

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What is a Reptile?

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Reptiles are cold-blooded animals that have scales and lay eggs. Examples include snakes, lizards, and turtles.

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What do we call animals that can live both in water and on land?

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These animals are called Amphibians.

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What is the main difference between Fish and Amphibians?

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Fish live their entire lives in water and breathe with gills, while Amphibians start in water and can live on land as adults.

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Can Birds swim?

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Yes, some birds can swim, like ducks and penguins, but they are primarily adapted for flying.

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What do Mammals use to keep their bodies warm?

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Mammals use fur or hair to keep their bodies warm.

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What is the life cycle of an Amphibian?

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An Amphibian starts as an egg, hatches into a tadpole with gills, and then develops lungs to become an adult.