Discussion:
Taxonomic Category and Dichotomous Key
In the animal kingdom, you can place animals in categories based on certain differences in the characteristics that each possesses. If you know what critical traits to look for, it is possible to separate any animal into its proper taxonomic category. Use this dichotomous key to help determine the taxonomic category to which a specific organism belongs.
Dichotomous Key
organism 1 is a starfish
organism 2 is a bird
organism 3 is a frog
organism 4 is a shark
organism 5 is a monkey
organism 6 is a spider
organism 7 is a tortise