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What is the complete taxonomic classification for humans?


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Phylum: chordata; subphylum: vertebrata; class: mammalia; subclass: eutheria (placental mammals) order: primate; family: hominidae; genus: homo; species: sapiens. There you have us! The phylum refers to a dorsal nervous system supported by a notochord. The subphylum to chordates that have actual bones. The class to the presence of mammary glands to nurse young the subclass to the presence of a placenta (the other subclasses either lay eggs (monotremes such as the platypus; and marsupials, such as the kangaroo that have pouches)).

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