Question

Correct classification of chameleon is:
1) Chordata - Cephalochordata - Reptilia
3) Chordata - Agnatha - Amphibia
2) Chordata - vertebrata - Reptilia
4) Chordata - urochordata - Reptilia​

Answer 1

Answer:

Option 2) Chordata- Vertebrata – Reptilia is the correct classification of a chameleon.

Explanation:

Chameleon is classified under sub-order- Larcertilia or Sauria (Lizards) which comes under order Squamata of Class Reptilia.

• It has an elongated body like a lizard with well-developed limbs and girdles.
• There is a presence of nictating membrane in the eyes similar to mammals.
• Have 12 pairs of cranial nerves and have a short cerebral hemisphere.
• They have the characteristic feature of order Squamata like flexible jaw structure and scales, in chameleon the color of scales changes, altering the appearance due to which it can camouflage.