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Vertebrates

Vertebrates belong to the subphylum Vertebrata – the largest subphylum of chordates containing several groups of large land animals including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fishes. Vertebrates have spinal columns and backbones. There are now around 58,000 species of vertebrates.

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Give three examples of a vertebrate?

Vertebrates:

-frog

-salamander

-snake

-crocodile

-iguana

-monitor lizard

-cow

-horse

-koala

-kangaroo

Invertebrates:

-jellyfish

-sponges

-hydra

-earthworm

-leech

-flatworms

-starfish

-snail

-squid

-scallop

What is the function of the inter vertebral disks?

Shock absorbent between each vertebrae which keeps them separated when impacted by movement

Are primates vertebrates?

Apart from the genus homo (humans) the types of primate locomotion are quadrupedalism (moving on all fours/with all four limbs), brachiation (swinging, branch running), and vertical clinging and leaping. "Arboreal quadrupedalism" is the most common type of locomotion among the primate order, meaning the use of grasping hands and feet with a long tail for balance. Although other primate walk on two limbs at times, humans are the only primates that actively engage in bipedalism (standing), the form of locomotion in which two limbs are used for moving.

What three structures support a vertebrate's body and allow it to move?

Tails and legs help support a vertebrates body and allow it to move. Other structures to help a body move are muscle and bones.

How many teeth does a dinosaur?

Depends on the dinosaur. T. Rex had over 60 thick, conical, banana sized teeth that were up to 9 inches. They would grow back any teeth that they lost.

Is a scorpion fish a vertebrate or invertebrate?

A scorpion is an Invertebrate that was actually a question my teacher asked me today.

What are some weird vertebrates?

There are many strange pets that you could own. For instance, a blobfish would be very strange to own. The same could go if you owned an eye-eye. A leatherback turtle isn't tha popular, either.

What is the study of vertebrate forelimbs is related to what evidence?

In evolution the study of vertebrate forelimbs is related to the anatomical evidence from homology.

Which group makes up most of the animal kingdom vertebrate or invertebrate?

invertebrates make up the majority:) Hope this helps:

btw: invertebrates make up 95% of the population. The 5% is vertebrates.

Does a vertebrate have a backbone made of cartilage?

yes, that's what the name means. Non-vertebrates do not have a backbone

Biology major: The answer above is incorrect, Hagfish (Myxinoidea) are classified as vertebrates (controversial) because they are grouped with other agnathans, but do not possess vertebrae.

Are roundworm vertebrate?

Invertebrates.
No, flat worms are not vertebrates.

Are all animals predators?

yes because no matter what animal it is another animal will eat it

Is a stinkbug a vertebrate or invertebrate?

It's an invertebrate. Stinkbugs are insects (several species). All insects are invertebrates (they have no bones, let alone backbones).

Is a bichon frise dog a vertebrate?

Yes. It has a backbone and a spinal cord which runs from the cranium down the backbone.

Are dolphins a vertebrates?

They are vertebrates because they have backbones.

Do all vertebrates eat the same kinds of food?

The first and most basic distinction is to separate them into mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians. But, every species is different and in a species there can be subspecies with their own differences. So, there are as many differences as there are species.

What vertebrate i a elephant?

Elephants are in the 'vertebrates', because they have a spine. Every animal with a spine is a vertebrate.