Vertebrates include fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Analyze the common characteristics of reptiles and explain how they differ from mammals. Explain your answer in one or two sentences.

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Reptiles, like snakes and lizards, usually have scaly skin, lay eggs with hard shells, and are cold-blooded, which means they rely on the sun to warm their bodies. In contrast, mammals have fur or hair, give birth to live young (most of the time), and are warm-blooded, allowing them to keep a steady body temperature.