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Reclassifying Amniotes in Phylogenetic Taxonomy

The classification of amniotes as non-amphibians despite their ancestors laying water-dependent eggs presents a challenge. This classification seems inconsistent with phylogenetic definitions of amphibians. The issue lies in understanding how to categorize early tetrapods and their descendants. A clearer definition or method to classify these groups is needed.

Science, Biology, Evolution