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genus

[jee-nuhs] / ˈdʒi nəs /


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Choudhury, whose favorite genus is the classic Tyrannosaurus, says he’d love to see more obscure prehistoric species.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

Few, if any, miss the chance to capitalize the genus in their reply.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

According to Scheffrahn, the insect's appearance was so unusual that researchers initially believed they might be looking at an entirely new genus.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

The insects belong to the genus Batracomorphus, a group of leafhoppers.

From Science Daily • Mar. 11, 2026

It was said that he could describe the look and nature of an animal from a single tooth or scrap of jaw, and often name the species and genus into the bargain.

From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson




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