Science 2 Big Idea 2 Week 1 Animal Characteristics

​warmblooded animals with a backbone and hair or fur

mammal

​a group of living things that have many features in common

species

A fox and a wolf are both mammals. They look a little bit alike. They both have furry coats, bushy tails, and long noses. They both have claws and sharp teeth. But these two animals are not the same species.

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​What's the difference?

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Do mammals have hair?

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Do mammals lay eggs?

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Do mammals have a backbone?

Multiple Choice

Which pair of words name two things that are the same species?

• fox, wolf

• brother, sister

• spider, bee

• frog, cat