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Explain how animals in Vertebrata are classified into further subgroups?

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1. Pisces: Exoskeleton of scales, endoskeleton of bone/cartilage, breathing through gills.
Eg: Fishes.

2. Amphibian: Gills in larva, lungs in most adults, shiny skin.
Eg: Amphibians.

3. Reptilia: Exoskeleton of scales, laying eggs outside water.
Eg: Reptiles.

4. Aves: Exoskeleton of feathers, lay eggs outside water, flight possible.
Eg: Birds.

5. Mammalia: Exoskeleton of hair, external ears, mostly giving birth to the young.

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