Invertebrates vs. Vertebrates

compare & contrast

INVERTEBRATES

Typical traits/attributes…o Slow movingo No backboneo No cell wallso Multicellularo Small in sizeo Heterotrophic

o Examples:o Butterflieso Jellyfisho Worms

VERTEBRATES

Typical traits/attributes…

o Animals with internal skeletono Highly developed braino Advanced nervous systemo Outer protective cover (skin)o Large(r) in sizeo Five groups:

o Fisho Amphibianso Reptileso Birdso Mammals

Viviparous & Oviparous

Herbivores, Carnivores & Omnivores

Herbivores

Carnivores

Omnivores