Introduction to the Animal Kingdom and Its Classifications

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This video serves as a comprehensive introduction to the Animal Kingdom (Kingdom Animalia), the largest of all biological kingdoms. The narrator guides viewers through the fundamental definition of what constitutes an animal, breaking down the five essential characteristics that distinguish animals from plants, fungi, and other organisms. The lesson emphasizes biological diversity, noting that while viewers may be familiar with common animals, the kingdom includes over 9 million species ranging from complex mammals to simple sea sponges.