What Metazooa Is#
Metazooa reveals evolutionary relationships between your guessed animal and the answer. Use the shared branch to decide where to look next.
Closely related animals can look different, while similar-looking animals can be distant relatives. Follow the tree rather than appearance alone.
How to Play#
Try animals from different broad groups, then explore the branch supported by the clues. Read how the tree changes after each guess.
Use the displayed attempt allowance and hint controls to plan the round. Taxonomic labels describe relationships, so check unfamiliar terms as you go.
What to Try Next#
Metaflora applies a related idea to plants. Globle offers another narrowing puzzle, using geographic proximity instead of ancestry.
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Frequently Asked Questions#
How many guesses does Metazooa give?
Follow the attempt allowance shown in the current game. Use the shared-ancestry clues to narrow the next animal.
What does the game reveal after each guess?
The most specific taxonomic rank your guess shares with the mystery animal, showing how closely related the two are.
Is there a plant version?
Yes, Metaflora uses the identical mechanic for plant species.
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