Life Cycles of Mammals and Birds
Students will compare the direct development and parental care in mammals and birds.
Key Questions
- Differentiate the reproductive strategies of mammals and birds from those of insects and amphibians.
- Explain the evolutionary advantages of parental care in mammals and birds.
- Evaluate how environmental factors might influence the success of offspring in these groups.
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