Characteristics between invertebrates and vertebrates in a tabular form.​

Invertebrates: Do not possess a backbone and doesn't have an internal skeleton. Has an exoskeleton. Are generally smaller than vertebrates.  Possess an open circulatory system. The majority have compound eyes. Includes radial or bilateral body symmetry. Presence of a simple and unorganized nervous system. Mode of nutrition includes Autotrophic, Parasitic, and Heterotrophic. 95% of animal species are invertebrates. Flatworms, arthropods, sponges, insects are few examples of Invertebrates.

Vertebrates: Possess a backbone and has an internal skeleton. Does not have an endoskeleton. Larger than invertebrates. Possess a closed circulatory system. Do not have compound eyes. Has bilateral body symmetry. Presence of complex and highly specialized organ systems with specific functions. The mode of nutrition is usually heterotrophic. 5% of animal species are vertebrates. Mammals, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and birds are examples of Vertebrates.