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Name That Phylum

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Terrestrial Invertebrates
Investigate the many types of invertebrates that live in your school environment. Examine their external anatomy and learn about the distinguishing characteristics of the invertebrates.

http://www.owu.edu/~mggrote/pp/zoology/c_terrestrial.html
Jellyfish
The photos and animations with this article help you to learn about these graceful marine invertebrates.
http://www.aqua.org/animals/species/jellies.html
Marine Species Index
Use this searchable database of marine life for pictures and descriptions of marine invertebrates.
http://database.mbl.edu/SPECIMENS/phylum.taf?function=form
Ocean Life
Compare life in the shallow parts of the oceans with living things in the deeper parts. There is a link to a table of marine animals, including invertebrates, fish, and mammals.
http://www.windows.ucar.edu/cgi-bin/tour.cgi?link=/life/ocea...
Leeches
This site has lots of information about leeches. It's a good place to get background info or to send older students to for research information.
http://www.amonline.net.au/factsheets/leeches.htm
The Animal Kingdom
All animals can be classified as either invertebrates or vertebrates. Learn more about your fellow Earth inhabitants.
http://www.kidport.com/reflib/science/animals/Animals.htm
Whirling Animals
This article discusses the Phylum Rotifera. It contains images along with information on the creatures that fall into this category.
http://www.ebiomedia.com/gall/rotifers/rotifermain.html
Sharks
Sharks are a fascinating group of fishes that strike fear into the minds of humans. Discover sharks and learn how they differ from the more common bony fishes.
http://www.graysreef.nos.noaa.gov/tw/sharks.html
Vertebrates:
More on Morphology What makes a vertebrate a vertebrate?
http://www.ucmp.berkeley.edu/vertebrates/vertmm.html


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