scientific name
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The scientific name for screwworm really struck me, because it’s Cochliomyia hominivorax, which translates to “man-eater.”
From Slate ● Jun. 11, 2026
Eventually the arm were identified as belonging to a seven-arm octopus, which has the scientific name Haliphron atlanticus.
From BBC ● Dec. 3, 2025
The proposed scientific name for the resident northern population is Patagona chaski.
From Science Daily ● May 13, 2024
Separate from WHO’s decision, ICTV’s poxvirus group had a vote on whether to change the scientific name for the virus that causes mpox.
From Science Magazine ● Apr. 3, 2024
“The scientific name for polar bears is Ursus maritimus, which means ‘sea bear,’ ” Owen said, shifting back to his tour guide script.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
