Species: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when referring to a group of living organisms that share common characteristics and can interbreed.

• There are over 8
• 7 million species of plants and animals on Earth
• The tiger is an endangered species

Typically used in the context of domesticated animals or plants that have been selectively bred for specific characteristics.

• The German Shepherd is a loyal and intelligent breed of dog
• This breed of roses is known for its vibrant colors

Often used in a general sense to classify varieties or kinds based on common characteristics, not limited to biological contexts.

• What type of music do you like? There are several types of clouds, each with different characteristics

Commonly used to describe different forms or versions within a species, often in the context of cultivated plants and sometimes animals.

• This garden has a wide variety of tulips
• A new variety of tomatoes has been developed that resists disease

Used primarily in biology to refer to a group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbreeding.

• The species of this bird is endangered
• Many species are yet to be discovered

A term used in biology to name a unit of any rank in the hierarchy of biological classification (e.g., species, genus, family).

• The taxon of the species was debated among scientists
• Each taxon represents a different level of biological hierarchy

Refers to the process or result of categorizing something according to shared qualities or characteristics, often used in scientific contexts.

• The classification of these plants was a difficult task
• This classification will help in organizing the data efficiently

Used in general contexts to group items based on certain characteristics or criteria, not limited to biology.

• Books are divided into different categories such as fiction and non-fiction
• In the competition, he won in the junior category