Animals
- Natural Habitat:
- Terrestrial: Forests, grasslands, deserts, mountains, polar regions
- Aquatic: Oceans, seas, lakes, rivers, marshes
- Aerial: Skies and atmosphere
- Domestication:
- Humans have domesticated animals for various purposes, such as food, transportation, companionship, and labor.
- Examples: cats, dogs, cows, horses, chickens
- Evolutionary Descent:
- All animals belong to the kingdom Animalia.
- They evolved from early invertebrate ancestors, gradually developing complex anatomical and physiological systems.
Specific Sources of Animals
- Pets:
- Pet stores, breeders, adoption centers
- Food (Livestock):
- Farms, ranches, fisheries, aquaculture facilities
- Labor (Working Animals):
- Traditional farming, transportation, or security industries
- Entertainment (Zoos, Circuses):
- Breeding programs, rescue operations
- Scientific Research:
- Laboratories, animal shelters, field studies
- Wildlife Encounters:
- National parks, wildlife reserves, animal sanctuaries