reptiles vs. mammals
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This is a powerpoint that explains a little about how mammals and reptiles are different and alike. It also gives some examples of specific mammals and reptiles.TRANSCRIPT
Reptiles vs. Mammals
ED 205-05 Computers In Education
By Jessica Wielhouwer
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Reptiles vs. Mammals
Introduction to mammals Introduction to reptiles Important facts about mammals Important facts about reptiles Alligator Snapping Turtle Meller’s Chameleon Black Mamba Reptile Video Otters Black Bears Two-toed Sloth Major differences Major similarities Resources Author’s Slide Concept Map QUIT
Introduction to Mammals
Mammals are warm blooded. This helps mammals live in a variety of different temperatures. Some mammals live in freezing temperatures while others live in very hot temperatures.
Mammals can live in many different environments including land, oceans, and fresh water lakes.
Mammals have hair or fur. Mammals drink milk. Mammals have backbones.
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Introduction to Reptiles
Reptiles are cold-blooded. They can regulate their own body temperature.
Reptiles are covered in scales. Scales are used for protection.
Reptiles are ready to go at birth. They do not need a parent to watch over them.
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Important Facts About Mammals
There are about 4,000 different kinds of mammals.
People belong to the mammal group. Dolphins and whales have hair along
with all other mammals. Mammals all need to be cared for by
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Important Facts About Reptiles
Snakes and lizards are two of the largest groups of reptiles.
Some lizards can change colors to blend in with their surroundings.
Reptiles breathe through their lungs, but some can also absorb oxygen in water through membranes in their mouth.
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Alligator Snapping Turtle
The largest freshwater turtle in North America.
It can live to be 20-70 years old.
They can stay underwater for 40-50 minutes without coming up for air.
The average weight for a male is 175 pounds.
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Meller’s Chameleon
They can grow to be up to 2 feet long.
They are most commonly found in East Africa.
They eat insects and small birds.
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Black Mamba
It is considered the deadliest snake.
It lives in Africa and can grow to be 14 feet long.
They are very fast and can be very aggressive when threatened.
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Video About Reptiles: click on the box
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Otters
Most eat mainly fish, crabs, and snakes.
They have a lot of energy and enjoy having a lot of fun.
They often glide around on their bellies.
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Black Bears
Most common in North America.
They eat mainly grasses, berries, roots, and insects.
Their weight ranges from 200 to 600 pounds.
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Two-toed Sloth
They are the world’s slowest mammal.
They live in trees and use their long, prominent claws to keep them hanging.
Their average weight is 17.5 pounds.
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Major Differences
Reptiles have scales while mammals have fur or hair for protection.
Reptiles leave their young once they give birth while mammals stay with their young and nurture them.
Reptiles are cold-blooded while mammals are warm blooded.
Reptiles can change colors depending on their mood and surroundings while mammals stay the same color.
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Major Similarities
Both reptiles and mammals can breathe through their lungs.
Both reptiles and mammals can give birth.
Both reptiles and mammals can live in similar places.
Both reptiles and mammals have good survival skills.
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Resources
http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/animals/reptiles.html
http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals.html
http://www.kidport.com/RefLib/Science/Animals/Reptiles.htm
http://www.kidzone.ws/animals/mammals.htm http://streaming.discoveryeducation.com/
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About the Author
My name is Jessica Wielhouwer.
I am from Grand Rapids, MI.
I am going to Grand Valley State University to become a Science teacher for grades K-8.
I love the outdoors and playing all sports.
My email: [email protected]
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