Linnaean taxonomy

Linnaean taxonomy is a system for classifying and naming living organisms developed by Carl Linnaeus in the 18th century. It organizes life into hierarchical categories: Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, and Species. Each level groups organisms based on shared characteristics, with species being the most specific category. For example, humans belong to the species *Homo sapiens*, within the genus *Homo*, and the family *Hominidae*. This structured approach helps scientists communicate more clearly about different forms of life, understand their relationships, and study biodiversity effectively.