Animal
Animal
An animal is a multicellular, eukaryotic organism that is part of the biological kingdom Animalia. These living beings are characterized by their ability to move, consume organic material, and reproduce sexually.
Biological Characteristics
Cellular Structure
Animals are composed of eukaryotic cells without cell walls, differentiating them from plants and fungi. They typically have specialized tissues that perform specific functions.
Reproduction
Most animals reproduce sexually, involving the combination of genetic material from two parent organisms[1]. This process enables genetic diversity and evolutionary adaptation.
Classification
Animals are divided into numerous phylogenetic groups, including:
Cultural References
While animals exist as biological entities, they also occupy significant cultural spaces. Interestingly, even punk rock has referenced animal themes, such as the Sex Pistols' provocative song which metaphorically explored human biological complexity[2].
