INVERTEBRATE ANIMALS

Which of the following is a characteristic of all invertebrates?

• They have a backbone

• They are cold-blooded

• They lack a backbone

• They have a skeleton

Which of the following animals are classified as invertebrates? (Select all that apply)

• Octopus

• Spider

• Fish

• Jellyfish

• Snake

The group of invertebrates that includes insects, spiders, and crustaceans is called ________.

Draw a simple representation of a spider’s body, showing the main body parts (head, thorax, legs, etc.).

Describe one way invertebrates are essential to ecosystems.

Which invertebrate are you most interested in learning about? (Select one)

• Octopus

• Butterfly

• Spider

• Earthworm

• Starfish

What words come to mind when you think of invertebrate animals?