Animal Species

Holly Ratliff July 5, 2000 Beckley English 2 Animal Species Living creatures on Earth need three basic things in order to survive: the ability to eat, breath, and reproduce. All animals are able to do so. Animals are divided into species, among these species are: Mammals, Reptiles, Arthropods, and Aves. Mammals, also known as Mammalia, come from Latin meaning mamma breast. They are called this due to the fact that Mammals are the only animals which have mammary …

…the male. Most birds build some kind of nest for their eggs, which vary in size, shape, color, and number according to species. Their young are cared for by the parents until they reach maturity. The class of Aves include: geese, flamingos, humming birds, and penguins. Each of these animal species are very unique and crucial to the Earth. Without these diverse creatures, the world would not have the variety and beauty it beholds today.