Question
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.(2 points)
1 answer
Reptiles are cold-blooded, have scales, and lay eggs, while mammals are warm-blooded, have hair or fur, and give birth to live young. These differences are due to their evolutionary divergence in terms of reproductive strategies and body temperature regulation.