Vertebrates are multi-cellular organisms within the animal kingdom that have a structural backbone. 10% of the living organisms within Animalia are vertebrates.
One of two warm-blooed vertebrate categories distinguished by the presence of hair and mammary glands.
Explore MammalsWarm-blooded feathered organisms within vertebrates who lay hard-shelled eggs.
Explore Birds
These cold-blooded vertebrates have skin covered in scales or bony plates.
Explore ReptilesMarine and aquatic organisms that are gill-bearing and lack limbs with digits.
Explore Fish
Small vertebrate animals that are typically found in moist environments.
Explore Amphibians