This poster is divided into three
sections, one for each type of
mammal: the egg-laying
monotremes, the pouched
marsupials and the familiar
placental mammals. The latter is
divided into 19 sub-sections,
one for each order. Each is first
identified by its common name
or most well known species,
followed by the scientific name
of the order. For example,
Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises
are members of the Cetaceans
Order. Superb, highly detailed
illustrations show 98
representative animals -
everything from the aardvark to
the zebra. Common and
scientific name are cited. This
poster is an excellent way to
introduce young children to a
great many animals, but the
outstanding organization and
presentation made it an
invaluable reference for college
students and professionals
involved in zoology,
comparative anatomy and
taxonomy, the naming and
classification of life forms.