Vertebrates: Reptiles, Birds, and Mammals
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Concept 1
Reptiles were the first amniotes.
Concept 1 icon Online Activity 26.1    Explore reptiles.
History of Science icon History of Science    Bird Evolution
Lab icon Lab 26 Online Companion    Suitcases for Life on Land
Concept 2
Birds began as feathered reptiles.
Concept 2 icon Online Activity 26.2    Explore birds.
Concept 3
Mammals diversified during the Cenozoic Era.
Concept 3 icon Online Activity 26.3    Explore mammals.
Closer Look icon Closer Look    Mammal Diversity
Concept 4
Humans have a relatively short history.
Concept 4 icon Online Activity 26.4    Explore a human time line.
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