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genus

[jee-nuhs] / ˈdʒi nəs /


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That pattern appears to strengthen significantly with the emergence of the genus Homo.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

They then compared the teeth of C. desosai with those of related species in the Cimolodon genus to confirm it was distinct.

From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026

Like other members of the Trimeresurus genus, the Huaxi Green Pitviper is venomous and capable of causing snakebite envenoming.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 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

Lions, tigers, leopards and jaguars are different species within the genus Panthera.

From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari




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