Mammals

Definition of Mammals as it relates to Animals, Endangered Species, Threatened Species

Mammals are warm-blooded vertebrate animals characterized by the presence of mammary glands, which produce milk to feed their young. They belong to the class Mammalia and are found in diverse habitats across the globe. Many mammal species are currently facing threats from habitat loss, climate change, pollution, and other human activities, leading to the listing of some as endangered or threatened under conservation laws. Examples of mammals include elephants, lions, whales, bats, primates, rodents, and marsupials, among others.

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