Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Why Are Some Animal Groups So Successful?
Using squirrels as an example, students will understand that some animal groups' inherited traits enable them to adapt and spread into many environments. Included in this lesson are videos showing the lesson in action, discussion...
A-Z Animals
A Z Animals: Reference: Animal Classification
This entry identifies the defining characteristics of animal classification.
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Shape of Life: The Story of the Animal Kingdom
Shape of Life is a series of videos which explore the evolution of the animal kingdom. Discover those who study animals and the methods in which these scientists use to learn more about them.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Animal Kingdom Classification
Describes the main phyla in the kingdom Animalia.
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Animal Diversity Web: Kingdom Animalia
What characterizes animals from plants? General characteristics of the animal kingdom are noted here. Click on Classification for the Kingdom Animalia; clicking on the camera provides pictures of each animal.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Animal Life Cycles Introduction
Third graders will explain commonalities in animal life cycles as well and to compare life cycles of different animal groups.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Animals: Unique Creatures With Great Features
During this unit of study, young scholars will become knowledgeable of animals' characteristics, basic needs and habitats. The purpose of this unit is to educate students through investigation and research about various animals and the...
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Animal Diversity Web: Caudata
An overview of the many types of salamanders found around the world. Included is a large bank of photos of the various species and their classification information.
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Animal Diversity Web: Northern Flying Squirrel
Comprehensive information about the northern flying squirrel is presented, including the impact these small animals have on humans. Included are some photographs of northern flying squirrels and detailed classification information.
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Animal Diversity Web: Lion
Comprehensive reference information about the lion, including taxonomic classification, habitat, physical description, specimens, and other details.
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Animal Diversity Web: Deer Mouse
Comprehensive information about the deer mouse is presented, including the positive and negative economic impacts these small animals have on humans. This page includes excellent photographs of deer mice and detailed classification...
San Diego Zoo Global
San Diego Zoo: Animal Bytes: Pelicans
An in-depth description of pelicans, including their classification, appearance, habitat, adaptations, reproduction, diet, and other interesting facts. Also includes pictures and video.
The Franklin Institute
The Franklin Institute: Living Things Families
What do centipedes and crabs have in common? What's so special about a backbone? Check this site out from The Franklin Institute if you are interested in biology and classification.
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Animal Diversity Web: Red Kangaroo
The Animal Diversity Web offers a page on the Macropus Rufus, or Red Kangaroo. Includes all kinds of information from behavior to history. Use the table of contents for easy navigation.
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Animal Diversity Web: Caribou
Comprehensive reference information about the caribou. Includes taxonomic classification, specimens, and other details about this endangered animal.
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Animal Diversity Web: Gray Fox
Comprehensive reference information about the gray fox. Includes taxonomic classification, specimens, and other details about this solitary omnivore's relationship with the environment.
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Animal Diversity Web: Brown Bear
Comprehensive reference information about the brown bear. Includes taxonomic classification, specimens, and other details about this endangered animal.
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Animal Diversity Web: Gray Wolf
Comprehensive reference information about the gray wolf. Includes taxonomic classification, specimens, pictures, and other details about this predator's role in the ecosystem.
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Animal Diversity Web: North American Porcupine
Comprehensive reference information about the North American porcupine, including taxonomic classification, habitat, physical description, specimens, and other details.
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Animal Diversity Web: Eastern Hog Nosed Snake
A detailed overview of the hog-nosed snake's characteristics, physical features, behavior, and habitat. Included are photos and classification information.
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Animal Diversity Web: Walrus
A detailed overview of the walrus' characteristics, physical features, behavior, and habitat. Included are some good photos and classification information.
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Animal Diversity Web: Mule Deer
Comprehensive reference information about the North American mule deer. Includes taxonomic classification, specimens, and other details about this remarkably adaptable hoofed mammal.
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Animal Diversity Web: Jaguar
Comprehensive note about the jaguar includes taxonomic classification, specimens, and details about this carnivorous cat's habitat and role in the ecosystem.
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Animal Diversity Web: Chimpanzee
Comprehensive reference information about the chimpanzee. Includes taxonomic classification, specimens, and other details about this highly intelligent, vocal primate.