Kinds of Animals.

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What are the main characteristics of mammals?

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Mammals are warm-blooded animals that have hair or fur, give birth to live young, and females produce milk to feed their young.

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What are the defining features of birds?

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Birds have feathers, beaks, two wings, and two legs. They are warm-blooded and lay eggs.

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What distinguishes insects from other animal groups?

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Insects have a body divided into three parts (head, thorax, abdomen), six legs, and usually have wings. They also have antennae.

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What are the key characteristics of amphibians?

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Amphibians can live both on land and in water, have moist skin that can absorb water and oxygen, and typically undergo metamorphosis.

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What is the primary difference between reptiles and amphibians?

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Reptiles have dry, scaly skin and primarily live on land, while amphibians have moist skin and can live both on land and in water.

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What are the four main classes of animals?

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The four main classes of animals are mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.

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How do mammals reproduce?

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Mammals reproduce by giving birth to live young, and females nurse their young with milk.

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What adaptations do birds have for flight?

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Birds have lightweight bones, feathers for lift and insulation, and a beak instead of teeth.

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What is metamorphosis in amphibians?

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Metamorphosis is the process by which amphibians undergo a transformation from a larval stage (like a tadpole) to an adult form.

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What role do feathers play in birds?

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Feathers provide insulation, aid in flight, and offer protection.