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Arthropods

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Are spiders related to crabs? Study the order of arthropods with a reading selection about animal diversity. It provides details about each class within the order, as well as vivid pictures and explanatory charts. 
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What Are Cells?

For Teachers 7th - 12th Standards
Energize the cells of young biologists with an edible life science activity. Engaging students in exploring the inner workings of plant and animal cells, this activity involves using colored jello and various sweet and...
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Project Oceanography

Fish Shape

For Teachers 4th - 7th
A fish's size, fins, and shape can tell us a lot about them! Learners explore fish anatomy to see how species use camouflage, scales, shape, and coloration to survive. The lesson includes advanced vocabulary such as fusiform shape,...
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Animal Diversity Web: Cheetah (Acinonyx Jubatus)

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to providing detailed information about the cheetah, Animal Diversity Web also offers a wealth of pictures, specimens, and classification information for detailed study.
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Animal Diversity Web: Giant Squid

For Students 9th - 10th
The Animal Diversity Web provides a detailed overview of the giant squid. Content includes a focus on the giant squid's geographic range, habitat, physical description, reproduction, behavior, food habits, and more.
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Animal Diversity Web: Order Monotremata (Monotremes)

For Students 9th - 10th
Animal Diversity Web offers a comprehensive look at monotremes. In addition to a general overview of monotremes, content includes numerous photographs and specimens, and a look at their classification.
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Animal Diversity Web: Introduction to Teeth

For Students 9th - 10th
The Animal Diversity Web offers a very good description of teeth in the digestive process of mammals. Covers the variety of teeth and links to discussions on a variety of teeth issues.
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Animal Diversity Web: Class Cephalopoda

For Students 9th - 10th
The Animal Diversity Web provides a general overview of the diverse group of cephalopods, including octopus, squid, nautilus, and cuttlefish.
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Animal Diversity Web: Class Chilopoda (Centipedes)

For Students 9th - 10th
Animal Diversity Web offers a brief overview of centipedes. Classification information is also provided.
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Animal Diversity Web: Cnidaria

For Students 9th - 10th
This site by Animal Diversity Web discusses the different body types and the similar characteristics of the animals in the phylum Cnidaria.
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Animal Diversity Web: Class Insecta

For Students 9th - 10th
The Animal Diversity Web surveys the general characteristics of the insect class and features such topics as habitat, anatomy, body systems, reproduction, and development.
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Animal Diversity Web: Red Kangaroo

For Students 9th - 10th
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: Mammalia

For Students 9th - 10th
For an overview of the anatomy and characteristics of mammals, visit this Animal Diversity Website. Discusses characteristics not found in other animals, the function of their hair, and their production of milk.
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Animal Diversity Web: Phylum Nematoda

For Students 9th - 10th
The Animal Diversity Web offers a general introduction to the roundworm and some of its physical characteristics.
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Animal Diversity Web: Peromyscus Eremicus (Cactus Mouse)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Animal Diversity Web describes the natural history of the cactus mouse, including its geographical range, physical characteristics, natural habitat, reproduction, and behavior.
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Animal Diversity Web: Kingdom Animalia

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Animal Diversity Web: American Alligator

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed information about the American alligator is presented, including the positive and negative economic impacts they have on humans. Included are some excellent photographs of this animal.
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Animal Diversity Web: Order Primates

For Students 9th - 10th
Part of a larger site on the animal kingdom, this page provides a detailed overview of primates. Click on the various links throughout the page for more descriptions and explanatory pictures.
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Animal Diversity Web: Caribou

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive reference information about the caribou. Includes taxonomic classification, specimens, and other details about this endangered animal.
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Animal Diversity Web: Brown Bear

For Students 9th - 10th
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: Phylum Mollusca (Mollusks)

For Students 9th - 10th
A great, detailed description of mollusks. Discusses parts of their external and internal anatomy and their functions, and lists several characteristics of mollusks. Tabbed pages include pictures, specimens and classification.
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Animal Diversity Web: Phylum Annelida (Segmented Worms)

For Students 9th - 10th
Outlines the morphology common to Annelid classes as well as their development.
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Animal Diversity Web: Antilocapra Americana Sonoriensis

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a detailed overview of the Sonoran pronghorn. Content includes information on this animal's geographic range, physical characteristics, natural history, economic importance for humans, and current conservation efforts.
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Animal Diversity Web: Simian Jackal (Canis Simensis)

For Students 9th - 10th
Here you can find a detailed description of this jackal, as well as a picture and full classification.

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