Binomial Nomenclature | Introduction

Hi everyone! In this video we'll be introducing the topic of binomial nomenclature.

Vocabulary

Binomial nomenclature: A formal system used to name species, includes the genus and specific epithet.

Specific epithet: Second half of a latin binomial name used to distinguish a species from other members of it’s genus.

Authority: An abbreviation that represents the individual who named the species.

Combining authority: Second to use the specific epithet for a species, made a change to the name of the species.

Parental authority: First to use specific epithet for the species, but someone made a change to the name of the species.

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