Five Facts - Vertebrates

The video presents five fascinating facts about vertebrates. It begins by explaining that humans are vertebrates due to their spine, which supports and protects the body. It then categorizes vertebrates into five types: mammals, fish, birds, amphibians, and reptiles. The largest living vertebrate is the Antarctic blue whale, while the smallest is a tiny frog from Papua New Guinea. Lastly, it highlights that giraffes and humans have the same number of neck vertebrae, despite the giraffe's longer neck.

Which of the following animals is classified as a vertebrate?

• Jellyfish

• Starfish

• Human

• Octopus

What is a unique feature of mammals compared to other vertebrates?

• They lay eggs.

• They have hollow bones.

• They give birth to live young.

• They breathe underwater.

Which type of vertebrate is known for having hollow bones to aid in flight?

• Mammals

• Fish

• Birds

• Reptiles

What is the largest living vertebrate on Earth?

• Elephant

• Antarctic blue whale

• Tyrannosaurus rex

• Giraffe

How many vertebrae are in the neck of both humans and giraffes?

• Five

• Seven

• Twelve

• Nine