Associations to the word «Subspecies»

Wiktionary

SUBSPECIES, noun. (taxonomy) A rank in the classification of organisms, below species
SUBSPECIES, noun. (taxonomy) A taxon at that rank

Dictionary definition

SUBSPECIES, noun. (biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species.

Wise words

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