Mammals

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What are mammals?

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Mammals are a group of animals that have hair or fur, give birth to live young (except for monotremes), and produce milk to feed their babies.

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Do mammals have a backbone?

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Yes, all mammals have a backbone.

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What do mammals use to breathe?

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Mammals use lungs to breathe.

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Can you name a mammal that lives in water?

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A dolphin is a mammal that lives in water.

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Is a platypus a mammal?

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Yes, the platypus is a unique mammal that lays eggs.

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What is one characteristic of mammals?

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Mammals have hair or fur on their bodies.

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How do mammals care for their young?

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Mammals care for their young by feeding them milk produced by the mother.

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Do all mammals live on land?

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No, some mammals, like whales and dolphins, live in water.

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What is the largest mammal in the world?

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The blue whale is the largest mammal in the world.

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What type of teeth do mammals have?

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Mammals have different types of teeth, including incisors, canines, and molars.