Five Groups of Vertebrates

What is the main characteristic of vertebrates?

• They lay eggs

• They have a backbone

• They have feathers

• They have scales

Which of the following is NOT a vertebrate group?

• Mammals

• Reptiles

• Insects

• Birds

What type of blood temperature do mammals have?

• Cold-blooded

• Warm-blooded

• None of the above

• Variable temperature

What do most mammals give birth to?

• Eggs

• Live young

What do the young of mammals feed on?

• Fish

• Insects

• Milk

• Plants

Which of the following is a characteristic of reptiles?

• Feathers

• Dry scales

• Fur

• Gills

Which vertebrate group is known for laying eggs?

• Fish

• Reptiles

• All of the above

• Birds

Which vertebrate group can live both on land and in water?

• Fish

• Reptiles

• Mammals

• Amphibians

What is a common feature of birds?

• Fur

• Scales

• Gills

• Feathers

Match the animals to the vertebrate groups.

• Fish

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• Reptiles

• 
• Mammals

• 
• Birds

• 
• Amphibians

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