This document discusses the classification of vertebrates. It notes that there are five main groups of vertebrates: fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. All vertebrates have an endoskeleton, bilateral symmetry, well-developed nervous systems, and either heads, trunks, and some with tails. The document then discusses characteristics of different vertebrate groups like fish having gills, amphibians having permeable skin, and birds having feathers and beaks. It also covers thermoregulation methods like endothermy in birds and mammals versus ectothermy in fish, amphibians and reptiles. In summary, the document provides an overview of vertebrate classification and