Chordate diversity
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the diversity within the phylum Chordata, which includes a wide range of animals such as mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. The high-level approach to answer this would involve discussing the various classes and their characteristics, as well as their evolutionary significance.
Answer
Approximately 60,000 species.
The final answer is approximately 60,000 species.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is approximately 60,000 species.
More Information
Chordates are a diverse phylum of animals, including vertebrates like fish, birds, and mammals, as well as some invertebrates such as tunicates and lancelets. They inhabit diverse environments including marine, freshwater, and terrestrial habitats.
Tips
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Sources
- Introductory Biology - CK-12 Foundation - bio.libretexts.org
- CK-12 Foundation - flexbooks.ck12.org
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