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What is the most unique characteristic of mammals?
What is the most unique characteristic of mammals?
Which of the following statements correctly describes mammalian respiration?
Which of the following statements correctly describes mammalian respiration?
Which type of mammal is classified as oviparous?
Which type of mammal is classified as oviparous?
What is a common feature of mammalian skin?
What is a common feature of mammalian skin?
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Which of the following animal pairs illustrates the distinction between viviparous and oviparous mammals?
Which of the following animal pairs illustrates the distinction between viviparous and oviparous mammals?
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Mammalian Characteristics
- Mammals are found in diverse habitats, including polar regions, deserts, mountains, forests, grasslands, and caves.
- Specialized adaptations allow some mammals to fly or live in water.
- A defining feature is mammary glands, which produce milk to nourish their young.
- Mammals possess two pairs of limbs adapted for various activities like walking, running, climbing, burrowing, swimming, or flying.
- Mammalian skin is unique, containing hair.
- External ears (pinnae) are present.
- Jaws have different types of teeth.
- Their hearts are four-chambered.
- Mammals are warm-blooded (homoiothermous).
- Respiration occurs through lungs.
- Sexes are separate, and fertilization is internal.
- Reproduction is primarily viviparous (live birth), with some exceptions.
- Development is direct.
Examples of Mammals
- Ornithorhynchus (Platypus) – oviparous (egg-laying)
- Macropus (Kangaroo), Pteropus (Flying fox), Camelus (Camel), Macaca (Monkey), Rattus (Rat), Canis (Dog), Felis (Cat), Elephas (Elephant), Equus (Horse), Delphinus (Common dolphin), Balaenoptera (Blue whale), Panthera tigris (Tiger), Panthera leo (Lion) are viviparous (live birth).
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Test your knowledge on the defining characteristics and examples of mammals. This quiz will cover their adaptations, physiological traits, and reproductive methods. Learn more about the fascinating world of mammals through engaging questions.