taxonomy

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Nakai spent time studying the Dudleya genus, succulents native to the West Coast, and contributed to its taxonomy, or scientific classification.

From Los Angeles Times

“Advancements in coral taxonomy using DNA has led to the discovery of new species of coral and better taxonomic definition,” Alliji said.

From Salon

At times, however, he fails to draw a connection between a species and the city, punctuating the book with vignettes laden with contextless taxonomy.

From Los Angeles Times

But if Bogle’s book was a taxonomy, it was also a reclamation.

From Los Angeles Times

Complex rules govern the discipline of taxonomy, and typically a specimen must be designated as a reference point when it’s first named.

From Los Angeles Times