taxonomy
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"Most people discover them as a byproduct of other biodiversity or taxonomy studies rather than as the main goal."
From Science Daily • Mar. 3, 2026
“We need to work out a clear taxonomy and stick within our lanes when it comes to enforcement,” said Selig.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026
In “If I Go,” Thompson-Hernández scraps the three-act structure for something more novelistic, a risk that a lesser director might have fumbled but one he turns into a profound taxonomy on grace.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 27, 2026
"Our findings challenge the current classification of Little Foot and highlight the need for further careful, evidence-based taxonomy in human evolution," Dr. Martin said.
From Science Daily • Jan. 5, 2026
Such would be in keeping with the regular customs of taxonomy.
From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly
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