1) Aristotle made many contributions to biology, directly studying hundreds of species and making discoveries like dolphins being mammals, different types of reproduction in animals, and embryonic chicken development. 2) He established guidelines for biological research including beginning with observation, explaining structures in terms of purpose, and recognizing natural classifications. 3) Aristotle developed one of the earliest systems for classifying animal life, grouping animals based on attributes like live birth, egg-laying, blood, and shells.