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Animals are a major group of organisms, classified as the kingdom Animalia or Meta­zoa. In general they are multi­cellular, capable of locomotion, responsive to their environment, and feed by consuming other organisms. Their body plan becomes fixed as they develop, usually early on in their development as embryos, although some undergo a process of metamorphosis later on.

The word "animal" comes from the Latin word animal, of which animalia is the plural, and ultimately from anima, meaning vital breath or soul.

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Animals have several characteristics that set them apart from other living things. Animals are eukaryotic and usually multicellular (although see Myxozoa), which separates them from bacteria and most protists. They are heterotrophic, generally digesting food in an internal chamber, which separates them from plants and algae. They are also distinguished from plants, algae, and fungi by lacking cell walls.

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The Nature Center will be closed Thurs and Fri for the holidays, but the animals look forward to seeing you when we open up at 10 am Sat!
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Meta Description: [ The current landscape paintings and illustration of John Mac Kah are featured on the Long Branch Studio website as well as a schedule of fine art classes in North Carolina. ]

Custom Wildlife Works - Prints of whitetail deer and made to order artwork in pencil, pen and ink, or acrylic by Blayn Hahn. Includes prices and portfolio.
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Folke Bagger - Illustrator of animals.
Meta Description: [ Folke Bagger, är tecknare, illustratör, grafisk formgivare, jobbar med layout till tdningar, foldrar mm. Djur och natur är största området ]

Heather Cary Animal Portraits - Animal portraits, cartoons, book, illustration and greetings cards.
Meta Description: [ Heather Cary is a professional and successful artist who specialises in animal portraits, cartoons and book illustrations. A wonderful way to capture the spirit of your special friend. ]

John Obadiah Westwood: Nature Artist - Features text and naturalistic art.
Meta Description: [ Virtual Exhibit about John Obadiah Westwood, a 19th century entomologist, archaeologist, and artist. ]

Kimberly's Garden - Kimberly Montgomery - Illustrations for both the gift and gardening industries.
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