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subspecies
Meaning
- A rank in the classification of organisms, below species.
- A taxon at that rank, often indicated with trinomial nomenclature (such as Felis silvestris silvestris in zoology and Pinus nigra subsp. salzmannii in botany).
- A subdivision of a species in other scientific disciplines.
Hyphenated as
sub‧spe‧cies
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈsʌbspiːʃiːz/
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Three subspecies are currently recognized , including the nominate subspecies described here .
Three subspecies are currently recognized, including the nominate subspecies described here.
