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The bones themselves are NOT, but the whole spine is.
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Are leeches vertebrates?
No the leeches are not vertebrates . Vertebrates are animals that have backbones. The backbone is a strong but flexible column of individual bony unit called vertebrae.
Why is a notochord important to vertebrates?
Notochords are important to vertebrates because it forms the main support of the body. A notochord is a flexible rod-like structure.
How does characteristic give vertebrates body flexibility?
Internal skeleton (back bone) has an notochord to make it flexible
Is a black panther an invertebrate or a vertebrate?
Black Panthers have a one of the kind flexible spinal cord that makes it possible for the longs stealthy jumps.
What is the difference between the major phyla of vertebrates?
The difference between the major phyla of vertebrates include chordates possess a hollow dorsal nerve tube, flexible rod-like axial skeletal structure, have gill slits or pharyngeal clefts and a tail
Does rat have limbs?
No. They are like a snake with no arms or legs.
Does birds fish reptiles have backbones?
As owls are vertebrates - yes they have a back bone / spineYes, and its cervical vertebrae is long and flexible.
Do a raven have a backbone?
Yes, all vertebrates have a backbone. Birds are unusual because they have very flexible necks (usually), which is important for preening (they don't have hands or paws, and feathers require upkeep), but for energy-efficient flight they need perfectly rigid backs, so their mid/lower spine is rigid, and the upper spine highly flexible. You can explore this yourself during Thanksgiving. :-)
Are mongoose an amphibian or an reptile?
No mongoose have spinal cords, but they are so flexible it's almost not there.
Is a snake a vertebrates or invertebrates?
Snakes are vertebrates.
Are jaguars vertebrates or non-vertebrates?
vertebrates
Are toucans invertebrates or vertebrates?
A toucan is a bird, and all birds are vertebrates.
