They can run, jump, fly, and swim. They are the mammals—the most highly developed group of animals. Understand their origins, beginning from dinosaurs and evolving to the mammals that we know today. Discover what makes all mammals the same; then learn how different types of mammals developed unique characteristics to adapt to their surroundings.

Originally released by Cerebellum Corporation, 2013. Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on July 10, 2018.

Mammals and Their Successful Evolution: Introduction (1:26); --Origins of Mammals (3:18); -- General Mammal Characteristics (5:59); -- Mammals and Their Successful Evolution: Summary (3:06); -- Credits: Mammals: Part 1 (0:48); .