New arrival at the zoo

The video tutorial guides viewers through the process of classifying an unknown animal using a classification key. Starting with basic questions about physical characteristics, the animal is identified as a mammal, specifically an ungulate, and finally as a tapir. This systematic approach helps the zookeeper determine the appropriate housing for the animal alongside its closest relatives.

What is the first characteristic checked to classify the animal?

• Presence of fur

• Presence of feathers

• Presence of scales

• Presence of a snout

Which feature rules out the animal being a reptile?

• Lack of a snout

• Lack of feathers

• Lack of scaly skin

• Lack of fur

What confirms that the animal is a mammal?

• It has feathers

• It has hoof toes

• It has fur

• It has a snout

What characteristic classifies the animal as an ungulate?

• Having scaly skin

• Having a snout

• Having hoof toes

• Having fur

What is the final identification of the animal?

• A bird

• A tapir

• A hippo

• A horse