Note: this activity is associated with the lesson on exploring ecosystems.
Humpback whale.
Animal research report
1a. Classification: Vertebrate? Explain why. _________________________________________________________________________
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1b. Common name: ____________________________________________
1c. Scientific name: ___________________________________________
2. What kind of vertebrate: Mammal, bird, reptile, amphibian, fish, etc? Explain how you know.
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3a. Describe the physical characteristics (size, color, etc): _________________________________________________________________________
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3b. Does your animal camouflage, and if so, describe? _________________________________________________________________________
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3c. Does your animal have unique adaptations which give it an advantage to see, hear, run, forage, hunt, etc? _________________________________________________________________________
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