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"Under the current system of classification, the answer is no, birds and reptiles are in different classes. This classification is based on a scheme that has been generally accepted for many years. Scientists today are pretty sure that what we now call birds evolved from a reptilian ancestor, and that feathers, a unique feature of birds, are actually just highly modified scales. Some would say that to separate birds and lizards is like separating bats from the class mammalia, just because they can fly." -Ken Burton on eNature.com
birds are not reptiles . they are included in a separate class called AVES. but birds have for sure evolved from reptiles. there is evidence in an ancient bird called archaeopteryx. it was a bird with reptilian features.
The univercity of Michigan, and I am sure others think the same, consider birds reptiles.
What else can I help you with?
What is origin of flying reptiles?
flying reptiles are in fact birds. as animals are now being classified into monophyletic groups, we must include birds as reptiles as well because they came from a common ancester
What do reptiles and birds have in common?
they both lay eggs.
In what category would amphibians reptiles and mammals be placed?
Amphibians , reptiles , mammals along with birds are included in Tetrapod Vertebrates .
The one who produces eggs are called as?
The animals that produce eggs are called oviparous, which means they lay eggs. Examples include birds, reptiles, amphibians, and various invertebrates like insects.
Why do scientists believe that birds evolved from dinosaurs?
Scientists believe birds evolved from dinosaurs because of several pieces of evidence, such as shared skeletal features, fossil records of "transitional" bird-like dinosaurs, and genetic similarities. These connections suggest that birds are the descendants of a group of small theropod dinosaurs.
Are birds and reptiles amphibians?
No. Birds and reptiles are separate from amphibians.
Do birds eat reptiles?
There are certain birds that eat reptiles.
Are reptiles and birds coldblooded?
Reptiles are cold-blooded and birds are warm-blooded.
Why do birds and reptiles lay eggs with shells but humans don't?
because birds and reptiles are reptiles and humans are mamals which makes use different! And birds are oviparous
Which shows the order in which vertebrates evolved amphibians fish birds reptiles mammals fish reptiles amphibians birds mammals amphibians fish reptiles birds mammals fish amphibians reptiles birds m?
The correct order in which vertebrates evolved is fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and then mammals. Fish were the first vertebrates to appear, followed by amphibians that adapted to life on land. Reptiles evolved next, leading to the development of birds and eventually mammals. Thus, the correct sequence is fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals.
Do birds and reptiles lay eggs?
Yes, birds and reptiles do lay eggs. Some reptiles, however, give birth to live young.
What are the simularities of reptiles and birds?
Birds are similar to reptiles. Both are vertebrates which lay eggs and breathe air.
Are birds and reptiles mammals?
N they are a seperate group like amphibians,mammals,reptiles,birds and fish
Are hens reptiles?
No. They are birds.
Why did birds evolve after reptiles?
Because they can generate their own body heat - reptiles cannot and need a warm environment
Which reptiles are vertebrates?
Yes, mammals, birds and reptiles are all vertebrates.
Are birds and fish reptiles?
No. Birds, fish and reptiles are each a classification of "vertebrates" of their own. They all have quite different characteristics.
