We belong to Kingdom Animalia.
"The first step in wisdom is to know the things themselves; this notion consists in having a true idea of the objects; objects are distinguished and known by classifying them methodically and giving them appropriate names. Therefore, classification and name-giving will be the foundation of our science."
Carlous Linnaeus
Kingdom Animalia is one of 4 kingdoms in Domain Eukarya. Characteristics of animals include having complex eukaryotic cells, being heterotrophic, and most can move independently. Most bodies of animals are made of cells which are organized into tissues. In many animals, these tissues are then organized into organs. Interestingly, most animals live in the sea, fewer live in freshwater habitats, and even fewer live on land. Scientists believe that there are 9 to 10 million species of animals, only part of which have been identified. They have been categorized into about 36 phyla, and this activity will walk you through 9 of the most common phyla. The first eight phyla are all invertebrates, while the last phylum (Chordata) contains vertebrates, animals with a backbone.
Animals range from sponges and spiders to horses and humans. Let's keep learning about these amazing creatures that share our kingdom!
Animals range from sponges and spiders to horses and humans. Let's keep learning about these amazing creatures that share our kingdom!