genus
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Researchers from several South American institutions have identified a new species of crevice weaver spider, expanding what scientists know about the Pikelinia genus.
From Science Daily • May 1, 2026
A team led by researchers at the University of Washington has identified a new species within this genus based on a fossil uncovered at a site in Baja California.
From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026
This recognition followed years of detailed fossil analysis, scientific publications, conference presentations, and Schwimmer's 2002 book on the genus.
From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026
Few, if any, miss the chance to capitalize the genus in their reply.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026
To clarify this point, I will often use the term ‘Sapiens’ to denote members of the species Homo sapiens, while reserving the term ‘human’ to refer to all extant members of the genus Homo.
From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari
Vocabulary lists containing genus
"The Origin of Species by Natural Selection" by Charles Darwin: Essential Words
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We the People: Gen
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The ACT Science Test: Biology Review 1
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