“A dichotomous key to identify four backyard birds: American kestrel, American robin, black-capped chickadee, and house sparrow, using hooked beak, red breast, and black cap as paired choices.”
اقرأ القرارات الكامنة وراءه.
Use features visible without handling the bird.
Make every question divide the remaining options.
End each path with one species.
Use for a simple identification activity with a small, local species set.
أسئلة شائعة
What makes this key dichotomous?
Each step offers two alternative paths.
Should traits be observable?
Yes. Use clear traits that a user can check in the field.
Can I add more species?
Yes. Add another paired question where it separates cleanly.