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
Viewers were invited to submit a proposed scientific name along with a justification.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 7, 2026
The fox, which goes by the scientific name, Dusicyon avus, was of a medium size weighing 10-15 kg.
From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2024
The scientific name can diverge from the common name of the virus or the disease.
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
