Definition of «phyla»

Phyla refers to a major group or category within the animal kingdom. It is a classification level above class and below kingdom, and it typically includes multiple classes of animals that share common characteristics such as body structure, developmental patterns, and genetic makeup.

Phrases with «phyla»

animal phyla
bacterial phyla
different phyla
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Sentences with «phyla»

no ancestors to the majority of phyla of the «Cambrian Explosion». (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
It centers on one of the most remarkable events in that history, the relatively rapid emergence of animal phyla in the Cambrian. (science.sciencemag.org)
That bottle of Pinot Noir is tasty to the palate, but the ability to purchase and appreciate it places the connoisseur in a different phylum of humanity. (firstthings.com)
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