Phenotype: Colors: Gray, blue, red, yellow-brown; Size: 0.5mm; Inactive in absence of water.

Habitat: Moss

Interesting facts:  Can withstand extreme environments, including boiling alcohol.

Phenotype: Varies from 1mm – 2m. No brain, heart or skeletal system.

Range: Oceans (few species in fresh water)

Interesting facts: Sea jellies have existed for millions of years and there are about 1,500 species.

Chromosomal Location – Chromosome 6.

Number of Amino Acids – 103

Interesting Fact – FOXO3a is a protein found in every human, but its full function is unknown.  Research has discovered that it may be a strong anti-aging gene.

Phenotype: Yellow, brown & ochre colors, 5 to 8 ft., 330-550 lbs.  Adaptations: Sharp claws, camouflage.

Range: African savannas & India

Interesting Facts:  Form social groups. Second largest big cat species.

Phenotype: Wing span of 110 cm, white face and body, orange brown speckled wings.

Range: North American forests

Interesting Facts: Lifespan of 25 years; hunts at night with heightened sight and hearing.