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A major difference between birds and other reptiles is that birdsa. produce a shelled egg. d. care for their young.b. are ectotherms. e. have air sacs.c. are tetrapods.
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Both birds and reptiles produce shelled eggs and are tetrapods, meaning they have four limbs. However, birds are endotherms, meaning they generate their own body heat, while reptiles are ectotherms, meaning they rely on external sources for heat. Birds also have Show more…
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